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AVN 18K

1972 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,174 mi
Last recorded5,174 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1972 Piaggio Vespa4,123 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVN 18K
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 May 2025 5,174 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 963 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 1 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 23,626 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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AVN 18K is a 1972 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 4,123 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 AVN 18K, 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 54 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 AVN 18K registered?

AVN 18K is a 1972 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is AVN 18K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVN 18K shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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