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GTS 211W

1981 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

13,864 mi
Last recorded13,864 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 Piaggio Vespa14,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTS 211W
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 13,864 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Upper Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively shocker mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

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

Front front suspension modified

Pass 20 Aug 2021 13,864 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 13,864 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

Front suspension modified

Fail 14 Aug 2020 13,864 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

Front suspension modified

Rear Direction indicator not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 13,864 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front modification to front forks

Pass 18 Aug 2018 13,864 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2018 13,864 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Riders seat insecure temp repair (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 13,864 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 13,864 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2016 13,864 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 13,864 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 13,863 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 13,863 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 14,009 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 14,009 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

forks have been extended which have slightly altered the steering geometry

Pass 26 Feb 2008 13,862 miles

Front forks have been extended which has altered the steering geometry.

Fail 22 Aug 2006 13,862 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

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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GTS 211W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 GTS 211W, 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 GTS 211W registered?

GTS 211W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is GTS 211W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTS 211W shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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