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B780 BFJ

1985 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,107 mi
Last recorded23,107 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Piaggio Vespa15,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB780 BFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 23,107 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 22,484 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 21,598 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 20,575 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2023 20,575 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 19,664 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 19,498 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 19,371 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 19,021 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 18,528 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 18,509 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 18,145 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012
Fail 1 Mar 2012 17,559 miles

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)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 16,699 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 16,684 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 16,430 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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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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What year was B780 BFJ registered?

B780 BFJ is a 1985 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 March 1985.

Is B780 BFJ safe to buy?

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