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Y551 FFJ

2001 Malaguti Maddison

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,004 mi
Last recorded27,004 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Malaguti Maddison16,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY551 FFJ
MakeMalaguti
ModelMaddison
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 27,004 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 25,120 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 24,616 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 24,616 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2015 24,296 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 23,660 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 22,426 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 21,549 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 21,549 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 20,547 miles

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

Front tyre getting low

Weak image from headlamps

Fail 16 Jun 2011 20,547 miles

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front tyre getting low

Weak image from headlamps

Pass 25 Jun 2010 19,453 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 16,564 miles

Weak image from headlamps

Pass 20 Mar 2008 14,231 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 14,027 miles
Pass 12 May 2005 13,536 miles

How Reliable is the Malaguti Maddison?

Based on 1,261 MOT tests across 200 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
1,326
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
200
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 65
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Headlamp aim too low 33
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
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Y551 FFJ is a 2001 Malaguti Maddison in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Malaguti Maddison models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 16,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Malaguti Maddison fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y551 FFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Malaguti Maddison typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Malaguti Maddison is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y551 FFJ registered?

Y551 FFJ is a 2001 Malaguti Maddison, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y551 FFJ safe to buy?

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