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F661 TGM

1989 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,691 mi
Last recorded9,691 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 1989 Piaggio Vespa16,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF661 TGM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 9,691 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim rim is distorted close to maximum allowance (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2022 9,686 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim rim is distorted close to maximum allowance (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 9,682 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 9,682 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 9,681 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 9,681 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2017 9,650 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 9,547 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 9,423 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 9,316 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 9,196 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 9,196 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 8,910 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 8,905 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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F661 TGM is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 16,270 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F661 TGM, 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 37 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F661 TGM registered?

F661 TGM is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 July 1989.

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The MOT history for F661 TGM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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