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GVV 807T

1979 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,097 mi
Last recorded30,097 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 1979 Piaggio Vespa17,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVV 807T
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 30,097 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 30,029 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 30,002 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 29,999 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall perished and split (4.1.2a(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2016 29,982 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 29,982 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 29,906 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 29,870 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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GVV 807T is a 1979 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 17,578 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 GVV 807T, 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 47 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GVV 807T?

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What year was GVV 807T registered?

GVV 807T is a 1979 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 May 1979.

Is GVV 807T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVV 807T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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