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P718 GVV

1997 Mz Skorpion

Red Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,227 mi
Last recorded66,227 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Mz Skorpion23,327 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP718 GVV
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 66,227 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2016 66,192 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 60,667 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 50,988 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 50,988 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 49,321 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2007 49,296 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 44,051 miles

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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P718 GVV is a 1997 Mz Skorpion in Red with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P718 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.

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What year was P718 GVV registered?

P718 GVV is a 1997 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 10 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P718 GVV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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