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N499 DHE

1996 Mz Skorpion

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,252 mi
Last recorded63,252 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1996 Mz Skorpion28,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN499 DHE
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 63,252 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 62,814 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 62,809 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 61,962 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 61,627 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 60,314 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 60,314 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2016 59,484 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 59,484 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 59,482 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 59,080 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 58,305 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2006 57,779 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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N499 DHE is a 1996 Mz Skorpion in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Mz Skorpion models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 28,381 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 N499 DHE, 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 30 years old, this Mz Skorpion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N499 DHE registered?

N499 DHE is a 1996 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 16 February 1996.

Is N499 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N499 DHE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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