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YRP 897S

1978 Mz TS250/1

Blue Petrol 243cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

10,408 mi
Last recorded10,408 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 1978 Mz TS250/121,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRP 897S
MakeMz
ModelTS250/1
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine243cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 10,408 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 10,370 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 9,732 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 8,708 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 7,984 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2015 7,984 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 7,017 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 6,180 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 6,180 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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YRP 897S is a 1978 Mz TS250/1 in Blue with a 243cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YRP 897S, 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 YRP 897S?

You can check the full history of YRP 897S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YRP 897S registered?

YRP 897S is a 1978 Mz TS250/1, first registered on 8 May 1978.

Is YRP 897S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRP 897S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YRP 897S have outstanding finance?

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