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WA03 VEU

2003 Malaguti Phantom

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,469 mi
Last recorded17,469 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Malaguti Phantom6,074 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 VEU
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2014 17,469 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre sidewalls cracking

Fail 9 Jul 2014 17,469 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre sidewalls cracking

Fail 23 Oct 2012 17,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Oct 2012 17,044 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 14,679 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 13,102 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 7,711 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Malaguti Phantom?

Based on 3,435 MOT tests across 836 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
883
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 201
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 131
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 107
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 83
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 73
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WA03 VEU is a 2003 Malaguti Phantom in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 6,074 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Malaguti Phantom fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA03 VEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Malaguti Phantom typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA03 VEU registered?

WA03 VEU is a 2003 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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