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FYC 23K

1971 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

9,675 mi
Last recorded9,675 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1971 Piaggio Vespa8,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYC 23K
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 9,675 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 9,675 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 9,519 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 9,517 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 9,482 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2014 9,479 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 9,440 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 9,344 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 8,985 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 8,975 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 15 May 2010 7,667 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 7,596 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 7,454 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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FYC 23K is a 1971 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1971 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 8,980 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 FYC 23K, 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 55 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FYC 23K registered?

FYC 23K is a 1971 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 September 1971.

Is FYC 23K safe to buy?

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