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C538 FWX

1986 Vespa T5

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,461 mi
Last recorded50,461 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 1986 Vespa T516,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC538 FWX
MakeVespa
ModelT5
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2024 50,461 miles

Rear tyre showing signs of age

Pass 30 Jun 2023 50,461 miles

Central Rear Lower No brake light switch is invisible on or near the front lever can only presume was like this leaving manufactures

Pass 6 Oct 2016 14,844 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 13,696 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa T5?

Based on 1,136 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Direction indicators not working 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
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C538 FWX is a 1986 Vespa T5 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Vespa T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 16,174 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa T5 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C538 FWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa T5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Vespa T5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C538 FWX registered?

C538 FWX is a 1986 Vespa T5, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C538 FWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C538 FWX shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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