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A392 JGW

1984 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

5,871 mi
Last recorded5,871 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Piaggio Vespa13,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA392 JGW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 5,871 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 5,599 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 5,598 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 3,281 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 3,281 miles

Central Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 13 miles

Rear tyre hascracks in tyre tread wall area

Fail 7 Feb 2018 13 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel right side (3.1.3b)

Rear tyre hascracks in tyre tread wall area

Pass 23 Jan 2017 6,094 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 6,094 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 6,094 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 6,094 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Dec 2013 6,094 miles

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake pulsing slightly

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 6,093 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 51,309 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 48,340 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 48,340 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 44,078 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 40,814 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 37,820 miles

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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A392 JGW is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1984 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 13,670 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 A392 JGW, 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 42 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A392 JGW?

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What year was A392 JGW registered?

A392 JGW is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A392 JGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A392 JGW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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