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R823 GTU

1998 Piaggio Sfera

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,785 mi
Last recorded11,785 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Sfera7,270 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR823 GTU
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2012 11,785 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 11,785 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 11,760 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 11,583 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 11,419 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 10,598 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 10,570 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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R823 GTU is a 1998 Piaggio Sfera in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R823 GTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R823 GTU?

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What year was R823 GTU registered?

R823 GTU is a 1998 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R823 GTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R823 GTU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R823 GTU have outstanding finance?

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