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A905 PWC

1984 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

2,449 mi
Last recorded2,449 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1984 Piaggio Vespa13,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA905 PWC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 2,449 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 20,836 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 20,836 miles

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

brake pedal starting to seize

Pass 31 May 2014 20,609 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 19,499 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 18,371 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 18,371 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2010 18,371 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2009 18,371 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 18,371 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 18,371 miles

front tyre uneven wear

rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 9 Jun 2006 16,944 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 16,944 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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A905 PWC is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 A905 PWC, 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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What year was A905 PWC registered?

A905 PWC is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 February 1984.

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