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A999 KTA

1983 Piaggio Vespa

Maroon Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

1,044 mi
Last recorded1,044 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1983 Piaggio Vespa14,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA999 KTA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1983
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 1,044 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2026 1,044 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 966 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 927 miles
Pass 1 May 2021

Central Front Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 744 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 322 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 15,274 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 15,031 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 14,903 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 14,535 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 14,530 miles

Front Built up wheel has a loose bolt/s (4.2.1c)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Built up wheel has a loose bolt/s (4.2.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

tyre pressures low

Pass 19 Feb 2014 13,977 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 13,229 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

advise fuel cap seal deteriorated advise 2 stroke oil leaking/ misting on engine caseing.

Pass 24 Feb 2012 12,589 miles

ADVISE SIDE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 24 Aug 2006 12,585 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 12,585 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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A999 KTA is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa in Maroon with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 A999 KTA, 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 A999 KTA registered?

A999 KTA is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 September 1983.

Is A999 KTA safe to buy?

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