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R676 GAP

1997 Piaggio Velofax

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

7,476 mi
Last recorded7,476 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Velofax6,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR676 GAP
MakePiaggio
ModelVelofax
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2013 7,476 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 6,284 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

throttle stiff

Pass 15 Apr 2011 5,789 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 5,789 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 5,042 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 5,042 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 4,253 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Apr 2009 4,253 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2008 4,083 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Apr 2008 4,083 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 3,177 miles

bike designed to have only one brake light switch

Fail 27 Apr 2007 3,177 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 2,359 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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R676 GAP is a 1997 Piaggio Velofax in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 R676 GAP, 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 R676 GAP registered?

R676 GAP is a 1997 Piaggio Velofax, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R676 GAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R676 GAP shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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