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TAE 532S

1978 Mz TS250/1

Red Petrol 243cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,420 mi
Last recorded27,420 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2011
Typical for 1978 Mz TS250/121,431 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAE 532S
MakeMz
ModelTS250/1
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine243cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2011 27,420 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2007 23,626 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 22,352 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 22,182 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mz TS250/1?

Based on 907 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
502
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 6
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute 4
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
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TAE 532S is a 1978 Mz TS250/1 in Red with a 243cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Mz TS250/1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 21,431 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 TS250/1 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAE 532S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mz TS250/1 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Mz TS250/1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAE 532S?

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What year was TAE 532S registered?

TAE 532S is a 1978 Mz TS250/1, first registered on 16 May 1978.

Is TAE 532S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAE 532S 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 TAE 532S have outstanding finance?

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