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P433 VRG

1996 Mz ETZ301

Black Petrol 291cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

56,589 mi
Last recorded56,589 miles
Recorded on1 May 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP433 VRG
MakeMz
ModelETZ301
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine291cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2013 56,589 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 56,589 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 May 2012 56,144 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 28 May 2012 56,144 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 52,736 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 14 May 2011 52,736 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2010 49,823 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 May 2010 49,823 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 48,767 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Nov 2008 48,767 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 47,224 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 47,224 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 30,776 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 30,776 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2005 17,046 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mz ETZ301?

Based on 777 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
810
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 4
Direction indicator not working 3
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P433 VRG is a 1996 Mz ETZ301 in Black with a 291cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

The most common reason a Mz ETZ301 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P433 VRG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mz ETZ301 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Mz ETZ301 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P433 VRG registered?

P433 VRG is a 1996 Mz ETZ301, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P433 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P433 VRG shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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