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P268 RYK

1996 Piaggio Velofax

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,888 mi
Last recorded15,888 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2023
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Velofax7,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP268 RYK
MakePiaggio
ModelVelofax
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2023 15,888 miles

smoke from exhaust

Fail 11 Jun 2009 13,745 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 13,745 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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.

83.8%
Pass Rate
177
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 9
wheel bearings are excessively rough 8
Throttle operating incorrectly 7
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P268 RYK is a 1996 Piaggio Velofax in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Velofax models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 7,770 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 P268 RYK, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Velofax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P268 RYK registered?

P268 RYK is a 1996 Piaggio Velofax, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P268 RYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P268 RYK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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