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P226 VHW

1997 Aprilia Pegaso 650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,942 mi
Last recorded27,942 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Aprilia Pegaso 65021,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP226 VHW
MakeAprilia
ModelPegaso 650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2015 27,942 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 27,942 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 27,738 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 25,673 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 25,314 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Pegaso 650?

Based on 13,380 MOT tests across 1,477 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 172
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 147
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 138
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 102
Headlamp aim too low 64
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P226 VHW is a 1997 Aprilia Pegaso 650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia Pegaso 650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 21,556 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 Aprilia Pegaso 650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P226 VHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Pegaso 650 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia Pegaso 650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of P226 VHW?

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What year was P226 VHW registered?

P226 VHW is a 1997 Aprilia Pegaso 650, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P226 VHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P226 VHW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P226 VHW have outstanding finance?

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