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R819 PGM

1998 Piaggio Velofax

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,808 mi
Last recorded3,808 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Velofax3,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR819 PGM
MakePiaggio
ModelVelofax
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 3,808 miles

battery very weak

Pass 16 Oct 2024 3,569 miles

all lights poor

exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2023 3,089 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 2,471 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 1,913 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 1,605 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 1,562 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 1,392 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 1,203 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 981 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 917 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 903 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 885 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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R819 PGM is a 1998 Piaggio Velofax in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Velofax models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 3,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R819 PGM, 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 28 years old, this Piaggio Velofax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R819 PGM registered?

R819 PGM is a 1998 Piaggio Velofax, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R819 PGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R819 PGM shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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