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R759 MFV

1997 Gas Gas Pampera

Red Petrol 238cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,307 mi
Last recorded1,307 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Gas Gas Pampera1,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR759 MFV
MakeGas Gas
ModelPampera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine238cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 1,307 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 416 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 1,462 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 1,462 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 1,462 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 1,462 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 1,462 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 1,462 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 1,465 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2012 1,423 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 862 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 862 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

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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R759 MFV is a 1997 Gas Gas Pampera in Red with a 238cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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

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 R759 MFV, 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.

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What year was R759 MFV registered?

R759 MFV is a 1997 Gas Gas Pampera, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R759 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R759 MFV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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