Mz Baghira Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mz Baghira reliable? We analysed 3,293 real MOT tests across 320 vehicles to find out.
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The Mz Baghira is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, reflector on motorcycle missing and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mz Baghira.
Mz Baghira Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mz Baghira. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mz Baghira MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mz Baghira to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mz Baghira Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mz Baghira fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mz Baghira Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mz Baghira owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mz Baghira MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mz Baghira year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 61 | 86.9% | 3,234 | 12,212 | 23,341 |
| 2005 | 208 | 83.7% | 6,528 | 12,214 | 20,598 |
| 2004 | 518 | 81.9% | 9,286 | 14,682 | 22,631 |
| 2003 | 719 | 87.2% | 7,806 | 13,511 | 21,888 |
| 2002 | 984 | 82.4% | 9,559 | 16,221 | 27,250 |
| 2001 | 611 | 81.7% | 8,846 | 14,966 | 23,304 |
| 2000 | 75 | 82.7% | 8,356 | 13,240 | 20,741 |
How Long Does a Mz Baghira Last?
Based on 320 Mz Baghira vehicles on UK roads.
Mz Baghira Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mz Baghira MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mz Baghira
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.2% MOT pass rate from 719 tests
81.7% MOT pass rate from 611 tests
The best year to buy a used Mz Baghira is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.2% across 719 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mz Baghira Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mz Baghira THIS CAR | 83.4% | 3,293 | 15,070 mi | 26 yrs |
| Mz ETZ250 | 88.2% | 2,739 | 26,583 mi | 45 yrs |
| Mz Skorpion | 84.4% | 1,952 | 24,117 mi | 32 yrs |
| Mz ETZ251 | 87.4% | 1,783 | 27,948 mi | 37 yrs |
| Toyota Yaris Sr | 82.4% | 1,055 | 83,302 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mz ETZ250 (88.2% pass rate) and the Mz Skorpion (84.4% pass rate), the Mz Baghira trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mz Baghira has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.4% across 3,293 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Mz Baghira are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (59 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (36), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (32). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Mz Baghira owner drives around 791 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mz Baghira models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.