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DLB 190T

1978 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,413 mi
Last recorded12,413 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 1978 Piaggio Vespa16,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLB 190T
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2017 12,413 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp 6v system on scooter (1.1.3b)

Offside Rear Upper Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified top shock mount has previous signs of weld repair (6.1.1b)

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

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

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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DLB 190T is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DLB 190T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLB 190T registered?

DLB 190T is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is DLB 190T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLB 190T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DLB 190T have outstanding finance?

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