CarVerify

Free Car Check

R897 MTL

1998 Piaggio Sfera

White Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,569 mi
Last recorded8,569 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Sfera7,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR897 MTL
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
View full Piaggio Sfera reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 May 2015 8,569 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front tyre has slight perishing of the sidewalls

Pass 27 May 2014 8,047 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 7,638 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 7,263 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 6,740 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 5,964 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 May 2009 5,055 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2008 4,770 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 4,234 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 3,670 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 3,499 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
Full Piaggio Sfera reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R897 MTL is a 1998 Piaggio Sfera in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Sfera models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 7,270 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 R897 MTL, 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 28 years old, this Piaggio Sfera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R897 MTL?

You can check the full history of R897 MTL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R897 MTL registered?

R897 MTL is a 1998 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R897 MTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R897 MTL 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 R897 MTL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R897 MTL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.