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A842 BRB

1983 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,210 mi
Last recorded19,210 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 1983 Piaggio Vespa14,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA842 BRB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 19,210 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 18,770 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 18,459 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 17,979 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 17,847 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 17,846 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 15,350 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 14,250 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 13,503 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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A842 BRB is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 A842 BRB, 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.

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What year was A842 BRB registered?

A842 BRB is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A842 BRB safe to buy?

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