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S974 RCL

1998 Piaggio Velofax

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,404 mi
Last recorded12,404 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Velofax3,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS974 RCL
MakePiaggio
ModelVelofax
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2008 12,404 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 10,809 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Velofax?

Based on 629 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
177
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 9
wheel bearings are excessively rough 8
Throttle operating incorrectly 7
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S974 RCL is a 1998 Piaggio Velofax in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Velofax models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 3,986 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 Velofax fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S974 RCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Velofax typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Piaggio Velofax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S974 RCL registered?

S974 RCL is a 1998 Piaggio Velofax, first registered on 19 August 1998.

Is S974 RCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S974 RCL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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