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A535 GWD

1984 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,731 mi
Last recorded6,731 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 Piaggio Vespa13,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA535 GWD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 6,731 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 6,722 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 3,762 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 3,624 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 3,587 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 3,507 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 3,287 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 3,121 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 2,247 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 1,485 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 1,485 miles

Rear suspension hard

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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A535 GWD is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A535 GWD, 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.

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How do I check the history of A535 GWD?

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What year was A535 GWD registered?

A535 GWD is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 March 1984.

Is A535 GWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A535 GWD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A535 GWD have outstanding finance?

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