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N587 ECR

1996 Mz Skorpion

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

48,811 mi
Last recorded48,811 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Mz Skorpion28,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN587 ECR
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 48,811 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 47,134 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 43,364 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 42,804 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 42,747 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 41,581 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 39,854 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 38,778 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 38,362 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 36,845 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 36,845 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 36,712 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 34,630 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 34,474 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 33,138 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 32,601 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 31,287 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 29,969 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 28,982 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 28,381 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 27,689 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 26,700 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 26,691 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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N587 ECR is a 1996 Mz Skorpion in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N587 ECR, 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.

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What year was N587 ECR registered?

N587 ECR is a 1996 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N587 ECR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N587 ECR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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