MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,448 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Upper Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GDV 498Y is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1983 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 14,888 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 GDV 498Y, 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 43 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was GDV 498Y registered?
GDV 498Y is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 May 1983.
Is GDV 498Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for GDV 498Y shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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