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J257 BSO

1992 Mz ETZ301

White Petrol 291cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,999 mi
Last recorded28,999 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2024
Typical for 1992 Mz ETZ30139,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ257 BSO
MakeMz
ModelETZ301
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine291cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2024 28,999 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 28,260 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 27,067 miles

Central Front Lower Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Central Rear Lower Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 4 Dec 2019 27,067 miles

Central Front Lower Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Central Rear Lower Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle grip trimmed at bar end. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 25,986 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 25,986 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 25,100 miles

front forks slightly corroded

Pass 15 May 2009 23,708 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 21,933 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2006 18,880 miles

How Reliable is the Mz ETZ301?

Based on 777 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
810
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 4
Direction indicator not working 3
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J257 BSO is a 1992 Mz ETZ301 in White with a 291cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Mz ETZ301 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 39,320 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 ETZ301 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J257 BSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mz ETZ301 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Mz ETZ301 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J257 BSO registered?

J257 BSO is a 1992 Mz ETZ301, first registered on 18 May 1992.

Is J257 BSO safe to buy?

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