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TY 5088

1928 Scott Flying Squirrel

Black Petrol 596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1928 Scott Flying Squirrel18,698 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTY 5088
MakeScott
ModelFlying Squirrel
Year1928
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine596cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 May 2012

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 11 May 2011

no lighting equipment....not to be used in poor visibility..

Pass 11 May 2010
Pass 31 Mar 2009

no lighting eq. fitted. not to be used during poor visability....

How Reliable is the Scott Flying Squirrel?

Based on 427 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

95.1%
Pass Rate
119
Miles/Year
98
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1
Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. 1
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1
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TY 5088 is a 1928 Scott Flying Squirrel in Black with a 596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1928 Scott Flying Squirrel models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.7% with a typical mileage of 18,698 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Scott Flying Squirrel fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TY 5088, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Scott Flying Squirrel typically stays on UK roads for around 98 years. At 98 years old, this Scott Flying Squirrel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TY 5088 registered?

TY 5088 is a 1928 Scott Flying Squirrel, first registered on 19 November 1928.

Is TY 5088 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TY 5088 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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