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N270 VWK

1996 Mz Skorpion

Yellow Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

32,156 mi
Last recorded32,156 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2011
Typical for 1996 Mz Skorpion28,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN270 VWK
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2011 32,156 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 32,156 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 29,770 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 29,770 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 27,760 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 26,066 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 26,066 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Mz Skorpion?

Based on 1,952 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Headlamp aim too low 14
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N270 VWK is a 1996 Mz Skorpion in Yellow with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Mz Skorpion models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 28,381 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 Skorpion fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N270 VWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mz Skorpion typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Mz Skorpion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N270 VWK registered?

N270 VWK is a 1996 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N270 VWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N270 VWK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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