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DGK 482S

1978 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,185 mi
Last recorded94,185 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 1978 Piaggio Vespa16,523 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGK 482S
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 94,185 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 22 Nov 2019 94,185 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm rhs side worn (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front F-brake squeak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

slight oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2018 93,636 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 92,172 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 90,385 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 89,258 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 87,662 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 85,820 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,388 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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DGK 482S is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 16,523 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 DGK 482S, 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 48 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DGK 482S registered?

DGK 482S is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is DGK 482S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGK 482S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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