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FT16 NJX

2016 Zontes Mantis

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,745 mi
Last recorded12,745 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Zontes Mantis14,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT16 NJX
MakeZontes
ModelMantis
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 12,745 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 12,745 miles

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 10,393 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 10,386 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 9,502 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively cush drive worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

How Reliable is the Zontes Mantis?

Based on 740 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
1,340
Miles/Year
10
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads
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FT16 NJX is a 2016 Zontes Mantis in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Zontes Mantis models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 14,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Zontes Mantis typically stays on UK roads for around 10 years. At 10 years old, this Zontes Mantis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FT16 NJX registered?

FT16 NJX is a 2016 Zontes Mantis, first registered on 19 August 2016.

Is FT16 NJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT16 NJX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FT16 NJX have outstanding finance?

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