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B430 XWY

1985 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

19,550 mi
Last recorded19,550 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Piaggio Vespa15,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB430 XWY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 19,550 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 19,083 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 18,461 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 17,942 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 17,942 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Upper Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 17,420 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 17,006 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 16,652 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 16,204 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 15,231 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 14,763 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 2,577 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 2,577 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 2,577 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 2,577 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 2,577 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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B430 XWY is a 1985 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1985 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 15,651 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 B430 XWY, 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 41 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 B430 XWY?

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What year was B430 XWY registered?

B430 XWY is a 1985 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B430 XWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B430 XWY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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