MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
10,488 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Condition of front bearing- cracked
Noise of exhaust system (borderline).
clutch faulty
condtion/security of exhaust borderline pass
horn poor borderline pass
oil leak
condition of exhaust borderline
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Oil leak
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C973 DYD is a 1985 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 C973 DYD, 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 C973 DYD registered?
C973 DYD is a 1985 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 August 1985.
Is C973 DYD safe to buy?
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