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B164 VNK

1984 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2016
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

9,202 mi
Last recorded9,202 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 1984 Piaggio Vespa13,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB164 VNK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 May 2016 9,202 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded Floor panels, frame n/s, internal box section, rear mudguard area (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Application of front brake moves drum against front plate.

Centre stand does not support the machine securely.

Electrical wire loosely attached to bolt rear nearside under side panel.

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

Grease all over rear hub from defect in rear wheel bearing.

Metal to metal contact noise between drum and plate when front wheel is spun

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

Surface rust on exhaust, rear suspension members and front fork leg.

Throttle movcement very stiff

Pass 27 May 2015 9,202 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 22 May 2015 9,202 miles

Front mudguard can easily contact any fixed point of the motor bicycle. (2.3.7)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake hub rubbing on brake back plate

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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B164 VNK is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1984 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 13,670 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 B164 VNK, 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 42 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B164 VNK registered?

B164 VNK is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 August 1984.

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