MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
11,582 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front mudgard slightly loose
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front mudguard slightly loose
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Velofax?
Based on 629 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P161 YCG is a 1997 Piaggio Velofax in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Piaggio Velofax models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 6,470 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 Velofax fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P161 YCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Piaggio Velofax typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Velofax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P161 YCG registered?
P161 YCG is a 1997 Piaggio Velofax, first registered on 2 June 1997.
Is P161 YCG safe to buy?
The MOT history for P161 YCG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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