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P689 ATA

1996 Piaggio Sfera

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

4,451 mi
Last recorded4,451 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Sfera6,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP689 ATA
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 4,451 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 4,451 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 4,451 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Oct 2019 4,451 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 4,451 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 4,451 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 4,451 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 4,451 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 4,451 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 4,451 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 4,451 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 4,451 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 4,451 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2011 4,451 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 4,451 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2010 4,451 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 11 Nov 2010 4,451 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 4,318 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 3,943 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 3,420 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Nov 2007 3,420 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 2,792 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 2,224 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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P689 ATA is a 1996 Piaggio Sfera in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 P689 ATA, 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 P689 ATA registered?

P689 ATA is a 1996 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P689 ATA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P689 ATA shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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