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N577 BKK

1996 Piaggio Sfera

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,313 mi
Last recorded10,313 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Sfera6,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN577 BKK
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 10,313 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 10,313 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 10,313 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 10,313 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 10,313 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

head lamp switchs worn but not excessive

Pass 22 Jun 2005 10,313 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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N577 BKK is a 1996 Piaggio Sfera in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Sfera models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 6,746 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 N577 BKK, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Sfera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N577 BKK registered?

N577 BKK is a 1996 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 24 February 1996.

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