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R945 JGC

1997 Piaggio Sfera

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,365 mi
Last recorded9,365 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Sfera7,313 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR945 JGC
MakePiaggio
ModelSfera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2018 9,365 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 7,937 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 7,860 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 7,854 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 7,694 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 7,512 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 6,682 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Oct 2005 5,867 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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R945 JGC is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R945 JGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R945 JGC registered?

R945 JGC is a 1997 Piaggio Sfera, first registered on 9 October 1997.

Is R945 JGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R945 JGC shows 8 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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