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R104 OTT

1998 Mz Skorpion

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,077 mi
Last recorded31,077 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Mz Skorpion26,258 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR104 OTT
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 31,077 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 30,689 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 30,689 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 30,329 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 29,335 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 28,891 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 28,365 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 27,437 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 24,965 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 24,622 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 24,047 miles

Front tyre getting low and starting to perish

Pass 8 Oct 2008 23,224 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 22,788 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 22,788 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 May 2006 22,553 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 22,551 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (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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R104 OTT is a 1998 Mz Skorpion in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Mz Skorpion models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 26,258 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 R104 OTT, 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 28 years old, this Mz Skorpion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R104 OTT registered?

R104 OTT is a 1998 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is R104 OTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R104 OTT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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