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P117 VHT

1997 Piaggio Free

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,273 mi
Last recorded13,273 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Free10,321 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP117 VHT
MakePiaggio
ModelFree
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2010 13,273 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2010 13,273 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 10,361 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 7,781 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Free?

Based on 496 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
284
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 8
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 7
Direction indicator not working 7
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P117 VHT is a 1997 Piaggio Free in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Free models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 10,321 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 Piaggio Free fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P117 VHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Free typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Free is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P117 VHT registered?

P117 VHT is a 1997 Piaggio Free, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P117 VHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P117 VHT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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