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CAP 354Y

1982 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,241 mi
Last recorded10,241 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1982 Piaggio Vespa17,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAP 354Y
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 10,241 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2017 9,296 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 8,208 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 5,297 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 1,290 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 90,118 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 90,110 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 89,709 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2009 89,697 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 88,151 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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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CAP 354Y is a 1982 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1982 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 17,160 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 CAP 354Y, 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 44 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 CAP 354Y?

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What year was CAP 354Y registered?

CAP 354Y is a 1982 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is CAP 354Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAP 354Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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