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P648 GRP

1996 Piaggio Free

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,580 mi
Last recorded11,580 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2006
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Free10,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP648 GRP
MakePiaggio
ModelFree
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2006 11,580 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 11,580 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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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P648 GRP is a 1996 Piaggio Free in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Free models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 10,129 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 P648 GRP, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Free is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P648 GRP registered?

P648 GRP is a 1996 Piaggio Free, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P648 GRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P648 GRP 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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