MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,170 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Mz Skorpion?
Based on 1,952 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R498 FHG is a 1997 Mz Skorpion in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
Across all 1997 Mz Skorpion models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 23,327 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R498 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.
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What year was R498 FHG registered?
R498 FHG is a 1997 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 24 November 1997.
Is R498 FHG safe to buy?
The MOT history for R498 FHG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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