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E868 KAN

1988 Mz ETZ250

Black Petrol 243cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,611 mi
Last recorded59,611 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Mz ETZ25027,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE868 KAN
MakeMz
ModelETZ250
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine243cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 59,611 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 59,611 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working sidecar (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 59,311 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 59,148 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 58,732 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 58,404 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2021 58,404 miles

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

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 7 May 2020 57,995 miles

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2019 57,029 miles

slight play in front suspension legs up and down

Pass 15 May 2018 55,784 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 May 2017 54,701 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 54,694 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 54,694 miles

Brake master cylinder severely damaged (3.2.B1b)

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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E868 KAN is a 1988 Mz ETZ250 in Black with a 243cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 E868 KAN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E868 KAN registered?

E868 KAN is a 1988 Mz ETZ250, first registered on 21 July 1988.

Is E868 KAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E868 KAN 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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