MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
10,336 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Velofax?
Based on 629 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P488 WGT is a 1997 Piaggio Velofax in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 P488 WGT, 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 P488 WGT registered?
P488 WGT is a 1997 Piaggio Velofax, first registered on 21 July 1997.
Is P488 WGT safe to buy?
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