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AOU 512V

1980 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,468 mi
Last recorded18,468 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Piaggio Vespa14,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOU 512V
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine149cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 18,468 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 18,041 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 18,040 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2012 17,982 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 17,938 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 17,862 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 17,823 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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AOU 512V is a 1980 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 14,964 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 AOU 512V, 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 46 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AOU 512V?

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What year was AOU 512V registered?

AOU 512V is a 1980 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 February 1980.

Is AOU 512V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOU 512V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AOU 512V have outstanding finance?

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