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DTW 322T

1979 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,651 mi
Last recorded26,651 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Piaggio Vespa17,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTW 322T
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 26,651 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 26,561 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 26,250 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 26,199 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 26,119 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 26,113 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 26,071 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 25,061 miles

slight free play in rear hub

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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DTW 322T is a 1979 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 17,578 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 DTW 322T, 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 47 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DTW 322T registered?

DTW 322T is a 1979 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 January 1979.

Is DTW 322T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTW 322T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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