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R589 HPU

1998 Mz Skorpion

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,614 mi
Last recorded25,614 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 1998 Mz Skorpion26,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR589 HPU
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 25,614 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 25,089 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 25,089 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 25,087 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Fork yoke insecure fork brace /mud guard mount (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside hand grip poor position

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

clutch poorly routed

front mud guard insecure

Pass 24 Aug 2017 24,931 miles

Front forks pitted

slight play rear mono shock

Fail 17 Aug 2017 24,927 miles

Direction indicators not working ALL (1.5.1c)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play lower mono shock mount (2.4.A2a(i))

Front forks pitted

Fail 28 Aug 2007 24,647 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 24,647 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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R589 HPU is a 1998 Mz Skorpion in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R589 HPU, 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 R589 HPU registered?

R589 HPU is a 1998 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 2 July 1998.

Is R589 HPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R589 HPU shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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