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A354 PYA

1983 Piaggio Vespa

Purple Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,178 mi
Last recorded24,178 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1983 Piaggio Vespa14,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA354 PYA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1983
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 24,178 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 22,822 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 22,176 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 20,613 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 19,584 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 19,584 miles

Front Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working not working on front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 17,701 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Jan 2019 17,701 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 15,425 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 15,425 miles

Front Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2016 13,808 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 11,799 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 11,799 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 11,573 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 30 May 2013 11,573 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 11,292 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 10,589 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 10,465 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 10,431 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 9,484 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 9,482 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 9,481 miles

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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A354 PYA is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa in Purple with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1983 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 14,888 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 Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A354 PYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 43 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A354 PYA registered?

A354 PYA is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A354 PYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A354 PYA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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