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M232 JRU

1994 Piaggio Sfera

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,141 mi
Last recorded17,141 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2006
Typical for 1994 Piaggio Sfera8,296 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM232 JRU
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2006 17,141 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2006 17,140 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2005 14,698 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 14,698 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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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M232 JRU is a 1994 Piaggio Sfera in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Piaggio Sfera models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 8,296 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 Sfera fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M232 JRU, 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 32 years old, this Piaggio Sfera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M232 JRU registered?

M232 JRU is a 1994 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 15 September 1994.

Is M232 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M232 JRU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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