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C71 FWR

1986 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

13,381 mi
Last recorded13,381 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1986 Piaggio Vespa14,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC71 FWR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 13,381 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 13,381 miles

Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess inner line frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 16 May 2020 13,381 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake grabbing severely brake not returning (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing front mudguard not secure (2.1.4 (e))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock steering stop innafective (2.1.4 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess inner line frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned steering out of alignment (2.4 (a))

lower body trim loose and insecure

Pass 20 Jun 2016 13,380 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 13,380 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 13,375 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 13,375 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 13,370 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 13,366 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 13,230 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 May 2010 13,054 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 12,806 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 12,439 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 11,641 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 11,641 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 May 2006 10,431 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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C71 FWR is a 1986 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C71 FWR, 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.

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What year was C71 FWR registered?

C71 FWR is a 1986 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 July 1986.

Is C71 FWR safe to buy?

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