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P953 XGE

1997 Piaggio Sfera

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,823 mi
Last recorded3,823 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Sfera7,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP953 XGE
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2010 3,823 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 3,822 miles

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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P953 XGE is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P953 XGE, 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.

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What year was P953 XGE registered?

P953 XGE is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P953 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P953 XGE shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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