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P717 GVV

1997 Mz Skorpion

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,961 mi
Last recorded23,961 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Mz Skorpion23,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP717 GVV
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 23,961 miles

Front Tyre cracking with age

Fail 23 Jun 2022 23,961 miles

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

Front Tyre cracking with age

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2016 23,823 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Dec 2014 23,817 miles

Front tyre is perrishing

Fail 9 Dec 2014 23,817 miles

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

Front tyre is perrishing

Pass 30 Jul 2014 23,327 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 30 Jul 2014 23,327 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 23,227 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 22,946 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P717 GVV is a 1997 Mz Skorpion in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mz Skorpion models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 23,327 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 P717 GVV, 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 29 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 P717 GVV registered?

P717 GVV is a 1997 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P717 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P717 GVV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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