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R481 FHG

1997 Mz Skorpion

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,443 mi
Last recorded31,443 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Mz Skorpion23,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 FHG
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 31,443 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 30,087 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 30,040 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2016 29,990 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 27,792 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 26,898 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 18,755 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 16,937 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 13,772 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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R481 FHG is a 1997 Mz Skorpion in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R481 FHG, 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 R481 FHG registered?

R481 FHG is a 1997 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 19 November 1997.

Is R481 FHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R481 FHG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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