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R998 YRV

1998 Mz Skorpion

White Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,640 mi
Last recorded31,640 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Mz Skorpion26,258 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 YRV
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 31,640 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 30,814 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 30,814 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2006 30,519 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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R998 YRV is a 1998 Mz Skorpion in White with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R998 YRV, 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

How do I check the history of R998 YRV?

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What year was R998 YRV registered?

R998 YRV is a 1998 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R998 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R998 YRV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R998 YRV have outstanding finance?

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