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A385 JGW

1984 Piaggio PK125

Red Petrol 122cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,937 mi
Last recorded30,937 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1984 Piaggio PK12513,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA385 JGW
MakePiaggio
ModelPK125
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine122cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 30,937 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 30,918 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 30,168 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 29,719 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 29,595 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 29,595 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 28,574 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 25,883 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 21,416 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 19,949 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 13,421 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 13,232 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 9,037 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 9,037 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 10 Feb 2007
Pass 22 Nov 2005 3,190 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio PK125?

Based on 5,966 MOT tests across 708 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
708
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 68
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
Direction indicator not working 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 40
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A385 JGW is a 1984 Piaggio PK125 in Red with a 122cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1984 Piaggio PK125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 13,280 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 PK125 fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A385 JGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio PK125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 42 years old, this Piaggio PK125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A385 JGW registered?

A385 JGW is a 1984 Piaggio PK125, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A385 JGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A385 JGW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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