MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,409 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded rear mudguard. (6.2.1b)
Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded stand fouling (6.2.1b)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey leaking exhaust (7.1.1b)
advise wrong fixing bolt in exhaust bracket
flywheel engine cover missing
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Malaguti Phantom?
Based on 3,435 MOT tests across 836 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y657 YBP is a 2001 Malaguti Phantom in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2001 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 9,520 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 Y657 YBP, 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 25 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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Y657 YBP is a 2001 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 17 May 2001.
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