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C298 FBM

1985 Mz Etz

Green Petrol 243cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,618 mi
Last recorded20,618 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 1985 Mz Etz18,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC298 FBM
MakeMz
ModelEtz
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine243cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 20,618 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 20,617 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2018 19,038 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 17,383 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 13,192 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 8,779 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 8,068 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 7,817 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 7,810 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2010 6,772 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 4,767 miles

How Reliable is the Mz Etz?

Based on 756 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 3
Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease 3
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 3
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C298 FBM is a 1985 Mz Etz in Green with a 243cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1985 Mz Etz models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 18,806 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mz Etz fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C298 FBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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How do I check the history of C298 FBM?

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What year was C298 FBM registered?

C298 FBM is a 1985 Mz Etz, first registered on 21 October 1985.

Is C298 FBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C298 FBM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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