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F55 XVP

1989 Mz Etz

Silver Petrol 243cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,114 mi
Last recorded19,114 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 1989 Mz Etz18,931 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF55 XVP
MakeMz
ModelEtz
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine243cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 19,114 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 18,931 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 18,715 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre cracked between tread

Pass 30 Jan 2021 18,373 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2021 18,373 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 17,634 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2020 17,634 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 30,413 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 30,413 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 28,506 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 27,348 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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F55 XVP is a 1989 Mz Etz in Silver with a 243cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1989 Mz Etz models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 18,931 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 Etz fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F55 XVP, 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 37 years old, this Mz Etz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F55 XVP registered?

F55 XVP is a 1989 Mz Etz, first registered on 21 April 1989.

Is F55 XVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F55 XVP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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