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AFK 847A

1999 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 158cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,274 mi
Last recorded40,274 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFK 847A
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine158cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2015 40,274 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 40,215 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 39,765 miles

Front shock absorber lower bush worn

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

Rear brake lever (cable) requires adjustment

front tyre perished on side wall

Pass 21 Aug 2009 39,695 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 39,506 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 38,982 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 38,982 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 38,889 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 38,681 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 847A is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 158cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 12,554 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 847A, 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 27 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFK 847A registered?

AFK 847A is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 November 1999.

Is AFK 847A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFK 847A shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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