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A142 HNC

1983 Mz TS250/1

Blue Petrol 243cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,928 mi
Last recorded64,928 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA142 HNC
MakeMz
ModelTS250/1
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine243cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2011 64,928 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 61,848 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

MOTORCYCLE COMBINATION

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Fail 29 Jan 2010 61,827 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Sidecar attachment insecure (5.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

MOTORCYCLE COMBINATION

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 61,442 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 12 Nov 2008 61,442 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 59,173 miles

Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 10 Oct 2007 59,128 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Sidecar rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a) DANGEROUS

Lower Sidecar attachment fractured (5.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

sidecar mudguard slightly loose

Pass 15 Sep 2006 56,150 miles

How Reliable is the Mz TS250/1?

Based on 907 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
502
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 6
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute 4
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
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A142 HNC is a 1983 Mz TS250/1 in Blue with a 243cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Mz TS250/1 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A142 HNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mz TS250/1 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 43 years old, this Mz TS250/1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A142 HNC registered?

A142 HNC is a 1983 Mz TS250/1, first registered on 19 August 1983.

Is A142 HNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A142 HNC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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