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R498 FHG

1997 Mz Skorpion

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,170 mi
Last recorded52,170 miles
Recorded on23 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Mz Skorpion23,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 FHG
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2015 52,170 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2014 51,640 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 50,929 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2011 5,062 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 50,350 miles

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)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 49,480 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 48,504 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 48,504 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 47,215 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 45,690 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 41,105 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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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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