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GDL 321N

1974 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,665 mi
Last recorded26,665 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1974 Piaggio Vespa10,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDL 321N
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 26,665 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 26,619 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 26,555 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 26,539 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 26,526 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2011 26,467 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 26,408 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 26,244 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 26,235 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 May 2008 26,141 miles

number plate used be black characters on ayellow background.

Pass 25 May 2007 26,017 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 25,837 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

headlamp may need a new beam adjuster, †front and rear brakes may need adjusting.

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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GDL 321N is a 1974 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1974 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 10,800 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 GDL 321N, 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 52 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GDL 321N registered?

GDL 321N is a 1974 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 October 1974.

Is GDL 321N safe to buy?

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