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AE12 ETK

2012 Zontes Zt 125-8A Panther

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,508 mi
Last recorded8,508 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Zontes Zt 125-8A Panther9,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE12 ETK
MakeZontes
ModelZt 125-8A Panther
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 8,508 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 4,505 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 4,442 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

wire rubbing on the frame , lock to lock

Fail 5 Jul 2022 4,439 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint silencer to front (6.1.2 (a))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp effected by both indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong direction (5.2.3 (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively front cant get full visual (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 13 miles

front suspension weak damping

Fail 26 Mar 2020 11,977 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 10,589 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 5,751 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 4,257 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 3,756 miles

How Reliable is the Zontes Zt 125-8A Panther?

Based on 451 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
1,675
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 11
Footrest missing 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Drive chain excessively loose 8
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AE12 ETK is a 2012 Zontes Zt 125-8A Panther in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2012 Zontes Zt 125-8A Panther models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 9,319 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Zontes Zt 125-8A Panther fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE12 ETK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Zontes Zt 125-8A Panther typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Zontes Zt 125-8A Panther is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AE12 ETK is a 2012 Zontes Zt 125-8A Panther, first registered on 15 June 2012.

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