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R426 GPU

1998 Mz Skorpion

Turquoise Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

57 mi
Last recorded57 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Mz Skorpion26,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR426 GPU
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 57 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 57 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 34,409 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 32,709 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 32,468 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 32,467 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2012 31,305 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 31,105 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2011 31,105 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R426 GPU is a 1998 Mz Skorpion in Turquoise with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R426 GPU, 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 R426 GPU registered?

R426 GPU is a 1998 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R426 GPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R426 GPU 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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