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AUE 771S

1978 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

669 mi
Last recorded669 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Piaggio Vespa16,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUE 771S
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 669 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 564 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 May 2016 499 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Centre Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 248 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 68,124 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 64,265 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 64,220 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 59,239 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 56,424 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 53,776 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 53,776 miles

Rear Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 53,692 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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AUE 771S is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 16,523 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 AUE 771S, 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 48 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 AUE 771S?

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What year was AUE 771S registered?

AUE 771S is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is AUE 771S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUE 771S shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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