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R236 EGK

1997 Piaggio Px

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

8,350 mi
Last recorded8,350 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Px12,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR236 EGK
MakePiaggio
ModelPx
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2019 8,350 miles

Horn not working No Battery fitted at time of test (7.7 (a) (ii))

Auxiliary fuel tank fitted at time of test

Fuel tank contains stale fuel

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

speedometer not working

How Reliable is the Piaggio Px?

Based on 2,673 MOT tests across 310 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
459
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
310
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Direction indicator not working 26
Direction indicators not working 15
Headlamp aim too high 13
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R236 EGK is a 1997 Piaggio Px in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Px models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 12,086 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 Px fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R236 EGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Px typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Px is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R236 EGK?

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What year was R236 EGK registered?

R236 EGK is a 1997 Piaggio Px, first registered on 20 September 1997.

Is R236 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R236 EGK shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R236 EGK have outstanding finance?

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