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R982 XEG

1997 Mz Skorpion

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,896 mi
Last recorded16,896 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Mz Skorpion23,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR982 XEG
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 16,896 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 16,530 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 16,530 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2015 16,230 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 16,036 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 16,016 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 15,998 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 14,494 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 12,508 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 8,276 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 5,777 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 5,261 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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R982 XEG is a 1997 Mz Skorpion in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Mz Skorpion models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 23,327 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 R982 XEG, 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 R982 XEG registered?

R982 XEG is a 1997 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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