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P650 PRL

1997 Piaggio Sfera

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,564 mi
Last recorded3,564 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Sfera7,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP650 PRL
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 3,564 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 34,434 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 34,434 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2009 33,538 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 33,104 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Sfera?

Based on 932 MOT tests across 260 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
376
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 18
Tyre tread not clearly visible 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 11
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P650 PRL is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Sfera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 7,313 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 Sfera fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P650 PRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Sfera typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Sfera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P650 PRL?

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What year was P650 PRL registered?

P650 PRL is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P650 PRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P650 PRL 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 P650 PRL have outstanding finance?

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