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P659 MNC

1997 Piaggio Velofax

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,120 mi
Last recorded13,120 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Velofax6,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP659 MNC
MakePiaggio
ModelVelofax
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 13,120 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 11,405 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 9,620 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 7,793 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 7,793 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 6,392 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 4,265 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 2,340 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 2,315 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 2,298 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 2,194 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 2,149 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 2,081 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 2,004 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 2,004 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 1,949 miles

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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P659 MNC is a 1997 Piaggio Velofax in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P659 MNC, 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 P659 MNC registered?

P659 MNC is a 1997 Piaggio Velofax, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P659 MNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P659 MNC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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