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BGU 445G

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

2,478 mi
Last recorded2,478 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGU 445G
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 2,478 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 2,478 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame outer body rusty and slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 2,478 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 906 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 852 miles

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 5 Jun 2013 852 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2012 2 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 943 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

headlamp, poor beam pattern

Pass 26 Apr 2008 30,307 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 30,307 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 90,000 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 69,090 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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BGU 445G is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 11,992 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 BGU 445G, 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 28 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BGU 445G registered?

BGU 445G is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is BGU 445G safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGU 445G shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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