MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,206 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced belly pan and floor area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
front brake cable in need of adjustment
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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BWY 739S is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1978 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 16,523 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 BWY 739S, 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 48 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was BWY 739S registered?
BWY 739S is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 January 1978.
Is BWY 739S safe to buy?
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