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FNP 385W

1981 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,003 mi
Last recorded2,003 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 1981 Piaggio Vespa14,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNP 385W
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine149cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2023 2,003 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 1,960 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2021 1,945 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 1,912 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 1,845 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 1,630 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2016 1,318 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 4,279 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 418 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 1 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 9,100 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 17,390 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 17,277 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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FNP 385W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,394 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 FNP 385W, 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 45 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FNP 385W registered?

FNP 385W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is FNP 385W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNP 385W shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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