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R729 DYS

1997 Piaggio Sfera

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,580 mi
Last recorded3,580 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Sfera7,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR729 DYS
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 10 May 2017 3,580 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 1,829 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 1,747 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 1,732 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 1,685 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 1,582 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 1,521 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 1,346 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 1,324 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 1,304 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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R729 DYS is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Sfera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 7,313 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 R729 DYS, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Sfera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R729 DYS registered?

R729 DYS is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 2 August 1997.

Is R729 DYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R729 DYS shows 10 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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