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VYC 976W

1981 Mz TS250/1

Red Petrol 243cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,749 mi
Last recorded17,749 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 Mz TS250/119,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYC 976W
MakeMz
ModelTS250/1
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine243cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2024 17,749 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 17,733 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 17,661 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 17,530 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swing arm bush, pin or bearing. (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Jul 2013 17,497 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jul 2013 17,482 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2011 17,336 miles

Rear tyre starting to perrish.

Pass 22 Aug 2008 17,133 miles

rear tyre cracking between tread

Pass 17 May 2006 16,547 miles

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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VYC 976W is a 1981 Mz TS250/1 in Red with a 243cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Mz TS250/1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 19,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VYC 976W, 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 45 years old, this Mz TS250/1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VYC 976W registered?

VYC 976W is a 1981 Mz TS250/1, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is VYC 976W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYC 976W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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