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EGU 435H

1970 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,454 mi
Last recorded40,454 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 Piaggio Vespa4,901 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGU 435H
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 40,454 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 40,351 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 40,235 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 40,122 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 39,523 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 39,045 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 38,778 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 38,778 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 38,095 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 36,906 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 36,502 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 36,484 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 35,930 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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EGU 435H is a 1970 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1970 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 4,901 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 EGU 435H, 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 56 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 EGU 435H registered?

EGU 435H is a 1970 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is EGU 435H safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGU 435H shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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