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B362 VTA

1985 Mz ETZ250

Green Petrol 243cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

23,034 mi
Last recorded23,034 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2020
Typical for 1985 Mz ETZ25020,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB362 VTA
MakeMz
ModelETZ250
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine243cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2020 23,034 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 21,989 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 21,170 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 20,911 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 20,879 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 20 May 2015 19,655 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 18,662 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 17,406 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 31,240 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 29,475 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 29,452 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 29 Jun 2006 29,260 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear tyre perishing on o/s sidewall - ok at present

Pass 29 Jun 2006 29,260 miles

Rear tyre perishing on o/s sidewall - ok at present

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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B362 VTA is a 1985 Mz ETZ250 in Green with a 243cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 B362 VTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B362 VTA registered?

B362 VTA is a 1985 Mz ETZ250, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is B362 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B362 VTA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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