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C807 TJU

1985 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,434 mi
Last recorded7,434 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 1985 Piaggio Vespa15,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC807 TJU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 7,434 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 7,404 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 7,343 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 7,343 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 May 2016 7,049 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 6,046 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 5,048 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 May 2013 5,137 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 5,127 miles

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 2,807 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 16,005 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 12,241 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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C807 TJU is a 1985 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 15,651 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 C807 TJU, 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 41 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C807 TJU registered?

C807 TJU is a 1985 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 November 1985.

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