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N881 VLJ

1997 Piaggio Sfera

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,738 mi
Last recorded6,738 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Sfera7,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN881 VLJ
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 6,738 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 5,621 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 5,602 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 4,881 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 4,683 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 4,536 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Sfera?

Based on 932 MOT tests across 260 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
376
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 18
Tyre tread not clearly visible 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 11
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N881 VLJ is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Sfera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 7,313 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Sfera fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N881 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Sfera typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Sfera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N881 VLJ registered?

N881 VLJ is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is N881 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N881 VLJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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