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P302 SWX

1996 Piaggio Velofax

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,237 mi
Last recorded21,237 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2007
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Velofax7,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP302 SWX
MakePiaggio
ModelVelofax
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2007 21,237 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 21,237 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2006 19,152 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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P302 SWX is a 1996 Piaggio Velofax in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Velofax models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 7,770 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 Velofax fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P302 SWX, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Velofax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P302 SWX registered?

P302 SWX is a 1996 Piaggio Velofax, first registered on 17 October 1996.

Is P302 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P302 SWX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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