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P297 MHJ

1997 Mz Skorpion

Yellow Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

58,074 mi
Last recorded58,074 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Mz Skorpion23,327 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP297 MHJ
MakeMz
ModelSkorpion
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Apr 2010 58,074 miles

Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension has a fracture of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

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

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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P297 MHJ is a 1997 Mz Skorpion in Yellow with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 Mz Skorpion models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 23,327 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 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 P297 MHJ, 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 29 years old, this Mz Skorpion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P297 MHJ registered?

P297 MHJ is a 1997 Mz Skorpion, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P297 MHJ safe to buy?

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