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R855 HGK

1997 Piaggio Sfera

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

2,355 mi
Last recorded2,355 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Sfera7,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR855 HGK
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 2,355 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 2,296 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 2,252 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 2,175 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 2,142 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 2,131 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 2,106 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 2,104 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 2,304 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 2,043 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 2,040 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 2,021 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 2,021 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 2,012 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Sfera?

Based on 932 MOT tests across 260 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
376
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 18
Tyre tread not clearly visible 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 11
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R855 HGK is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Sfera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 7,313 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Sfera fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R855 HGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Sfera typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Sfera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R855 HGK registered?

R855 HGK is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R855 HGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R855 HGK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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