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AFK 304X

1981 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

67,995 mi
Last recorded67,995 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Piaggio Vespa14,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFK 304X
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2021 67,995 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 67,907 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 67,885 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 47,738 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 67,552 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 67,355 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 66,770 miles

Front Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 65,884 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 65,012 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 53,591 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 62,663 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 61,429 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 61,429 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 60,444 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 59,261 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 57,647 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 55,052 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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AFK 304X is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1981 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,394 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 AFK 304X, 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 45 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AFK 304X registered?

AFK 304X is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is AFK 304X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFK 304X shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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