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A560 GSS

1984 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,667 mi
Last recorded11,667 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1984 Piaggio Vespa13,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA560 GSS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 11,667 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 8,241 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 8,203 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 7,765 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 7,648 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 7,632 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 7,625 miles

Front Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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A560 GSS is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A560 GSS, 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 A560 GSS?

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What year was A560 GSS registered?

A560 GSS is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 April 1984.

Is A560 GSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A560 GSS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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