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R458 KGP

1998 Piaggio Sfera

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,791 mi
Last recorded20,791 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Sfera7,270 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR458 KGP
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2017 20,791 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 20,089 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 19,310 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 19,310 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 19,310 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 19,310 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 19,310 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 18,164 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 16,932 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 13 Mar 2007
Pass 28 Feb 2006 14,540 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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R458 KGP is a 1998 Piaggio Sfera in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R458 KGP, 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 R458 KGP registered?

R458 KGP is a 1998 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 23 April 1998.

Is R458 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R458 KGP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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