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E39 FFR

1988 Mz ETZ250

Orange Petrol 243cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

21,589 mi
Last recorded21,589 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 1988 Mz ETZ25027,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE39 FFR
MakeMz
ModelETZ250
Year1988
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine243cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 21,589 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 21,454 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 21,078 miles

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))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 21,068 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 20,750 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 20,628 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 20,428 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 19,676 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 19,494 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated CRACKING (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear INDICATOR HELD ON WITH TAPE

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 19,223 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 19,221 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 20 KgF (3.3.A1d)

Fail 12 Dec 2015 19,219 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 20 KgF (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 18,930 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 18,348 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 18,348 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 18,082 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 17,841 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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E39 FFR is a 1988 Mz ETZ250 in Orange with a 243cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1988 Mz ETZ250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 27,042 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 E39 FFR, 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 38 years old, this Mz ETZ250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E39 FFR registered?

E39 FFR is a 1988 Mz ETZ250, first registered on 21 June 1988.

Is E39 FFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E39 FFR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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