MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,337 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Mz Skorpion?
Based on 1,952 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R282 VYB is a 1997 Mz Skorpion in Green with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.
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 R282 VYB, 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 R282 VYB registered?
R282 VYB is a 1997 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 23 October 1997.
Is R282 VYB safe to buy?
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