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C178 TVT

1986 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,957 mi
Last recorded16,957 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2009
Typical for 1986 Piaggio Vespa14,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC178 TVT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2009 16,957 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 16,957 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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C178 TVT is a 1986 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 14,444 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 C178 TVT, 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 40 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 C178 TVT?

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What year was C178 TVT registered?

C178 TVT is a 1986 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is C178 TVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C178 TVT shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C178 TVT have outstanding finance?

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