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R248 JAF

1998 Piaggio Sfera

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,726 mi
Last recorded7,726 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Sfera7,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR248 JAF
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 7,726 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 7,677 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 7,627 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 7,627 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 7,423 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 7,278 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

frame covered by body work

Pass 15 Aug 2006 7,278 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

frame covered by body work

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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R248 JAF is a 1998 Piaggio Sfera in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 R248 JAF, 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.

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What year was R248 JAF registered?

R248 JAF is a 1998 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 11 May 1998.

Is R248 JAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R248 JAF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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