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G889 YEV

1989 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,871 mi
Last recorded25,871 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 1989 Piaggio Vespa16,270 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG889 YEV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 25,871 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 25,754 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 May 2013 25,589 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2013 25,589 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 May 2012 25,439 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 25,381 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 May 2010 25,104 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 24,769 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2008 24,187 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 May 2008 24,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2007 22,526 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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G889 YEV is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 G889 YEV, 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 G889 YEV registered?

G889 YEV is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 October 1989.

Is G889 YEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G889 YEV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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