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R27 VNO

1997 Piaggio Velofax

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

9,136 mi
Last recorded9,136 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Velofax6,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 VNO
MakePiaggio
ModelVelofax
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 9,136 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2025 9,136 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 8,467 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 7,749 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 7,741 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 5 Sep 2017 7,741 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 7,658 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 6,097 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 6,074 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 6,074 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 6,032 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 6,002 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 5,926 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 5,796 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 5,641 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 5,478 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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R27 VNO 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 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R27 VNO, 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 R27 VNO registered?

R27 VNO is a 1997 Piaggio Velofax, first registered on 23 August 1997.

Is R27 VNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R27 VNO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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