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ELX 967

1938 Scott Flying Squirrel

Black Petrol 596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,599 mi
Last recorded7,599 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELX 967
MakeScott
ModelFlying Squirrel
Year1938
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine596cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2011 7,599 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 7,591 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 7,355 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 7,343 miles

ITEMS NOT TESTED - HEADLAMP, REAR POSITION LAMP/STOP LAMP, DIRECTION INDICATORS NOT PRESENT. THIS VEHICLE MUST NOT BE OPERATED IN HOURS OF DARKNESS OR TIMES OF SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED VISIBILITY.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 7,227 miles

no front or rear lights fitted at time of test.

How Reliable is the Scott Flying Squirrel?

Based on 427 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

95.1%
Pass Rate
119
Miles/Year
98
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1
Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. 1
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1
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ELX 967 is a 1938 Scott Flying Squirrel in Black with a 596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Scott Flying Squirrel fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELX 967, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Scott Flying Squirrel typically stays on UK roads for around 98 years. At 88 years old, this Scott Flying Squirrel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ELX 967 registered?

ELX 967 is a 1938 Scott Flying Squirrel, first registered on 25 March 1938.

Is ELX 967 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELX 967 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELX 967 have outstanding finance?

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