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WL 5837

1928 Scott Flying Squirrel

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1928 Scott Flying Squirrel18,698 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL 5837
MakeScott
ModelFlying Squirrel
Year1928
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2012
Pass 14 May 2010
Pass 16 Jun 2009

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Apr 2008
Pass 9 May 2007
Pass 26 Apr 2006
Pass 26 Apr 2006

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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WL 5837 is a 1928 Scott Flying Squirrel in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 WL 5837, 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 WL 5837 registered?

WL 5837 is a 1928 Scott Flying Squirrel, first registered on 2 November 1928.

Is WL 5837 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL 5837 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WL 5837 have outstanding finance?

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