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R488 VYC

1998 Mz Skorpion

Turquoise Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,148 mi
Last recorded41,148 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Mz Skorpion26,258 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR488 VYC
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 41,148 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 41,028 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 40,303 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 39,004 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 38,493 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 38,272 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 38,033 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 36,437 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 36,305 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 8 May 2013 36,281 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2012 36,121 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 36,121 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 35,675 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2011 35,675 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 34,850 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear tyre starting to perish

Tacho illumination bulb not working

Pass 7 Apr 2009 34,110 miles

Rear tyre starting to perish

Tacho illuminaion bulb not working

Pass 13 Apr 2008 32,664 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 32,043 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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R488 VYC is a 1998 Mz Skorpion in Turquoise with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R488 VYC, 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 R488 VYC registered?

R488 VYC is a 1998 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R488 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R488 VYC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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