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Y499 GDW

2001 Mz Skorpion

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,872 mi
Last recorded31,872 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mz Skorpion21,125 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY499 GDW
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 31,872 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 31,457 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 31,400 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 30,547 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 29,214 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 27,893 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 27,881 miles

Rear Footrest missing BOTH (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 26,552 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 25,480 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 23,982 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 22,112 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 19,984 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2010 18,877 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 17,590 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2007 14,346 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 11,055 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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Y499 GDW is a 2001 Mz Skorpion in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Mz Skorpion models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 21,125 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y499 GDW, 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 25 years old, this Mz Skorpion is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y499 GDW registered?

Y499 GDW is a 2001 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is Y499 GDW safe to buy?

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