MOT Status
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23,107 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
oil leak from rear of engine
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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B780 BFJ is a 1985 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
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 B780 BFJ, 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.
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B780 BFJ is a 1985 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 March 1985.
Is B780 BFJ safe to buy?
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