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R347 VAO

1997 Gas Gas Pampera

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Gas Gas Pampera1,465 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 VAO
MakeGas Gas
ModelPampera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2025
Pass 3 Oct 2024

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023
Pass 12 Jun 2014 5,237 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 476 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 5,401 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 2,744 miles

Chain guard missing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 2,744 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 20,020 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 2,744 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 2,744 miles

How Reliable is the Gas Gas Pampera?

Based on 1,469 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
140
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 33
wheel bearings have excessive free play 22
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 13
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R347 VAO is a 1997 Gas Gas Pampera in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Gas Gas Pampera models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.1% with a typical mileage of 1,465 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Gas Gas Pampera fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R347 VAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gas Gas Pampera typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Gas Gas Pampera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R347 VAO?

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What year was R347 VAO registered?

R347 VAO is a 1997 Gas Gas Pampera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R347 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R347 VAO shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R347 VAO have outstanding finance?

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