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B157 SNE

1985 Mz ETZ250

Black Petrol 243cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,537 mi
Last recorded16,537 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1985 Mz ETZ25020,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB157 SNE
MakeMz
ModelETZ250
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine243cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 16,537 miles

Front tyre worn

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

both bike and sidecars frames slightly corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2025 14,440 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Both bike and sidecar frames slightly corroded

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 12,012 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 12,012 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls not working with front control (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 9,452 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 9,427 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 8,875 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 8,848 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 8,436 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 7,612 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidecar (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2014 7,451 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 6,705 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 6,357 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 6,328 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 6,303 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 6,263 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 6,145 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 5,801 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 5,775 miles

How Reliable is the Mz ETZ250?

Based on 2,739 MOT tests across 396 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
547
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
396
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Horn not working 11
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 9
Direction indicator not working 8
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B157 SNE is a 1985 Mz ETZ250 in Black with a 243cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1985 Mz ETZ250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 20,952 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 Mz ETZ250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B157 SNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mz ETZ250 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Mz ETZ250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B157 SNE registered?

B157 SNE is a 1985 Mz ETZ250, first registered on 21 March 1985.

Is B157 SNE safe to buy?

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