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R889 GGC

1998 Mz Skorpion

Red Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,723 mi
Last recorded49,723 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Mz Skorpion26,258 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR889 GGC
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 49,723 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 49,562 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2016 49,124 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 49,124 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 48,688 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2014 48,671 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 47,979 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 47,970 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 44,609 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 41,148 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 37,541 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 30,284 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 25,374 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 25,374 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R889 GGC is a 1998 Mz Skorpion in Red with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R889 GGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R889 GGC registered?

R889 GGC is a 1998 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 11 April 1998.

Is R889 GGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R889 GGC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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