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HDL 287V

1980 Piaggio Vespa 50

White Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,596 mi
Last recorded4,596 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDL 287V
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa 50
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2008 4,596 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 4,574 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2007 3,425 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2006 2,209 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 2,209 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa 50?

Based on 795 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Throttle operating incorrectly 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 8
wheel bearings are excessively rough 8
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HDL 287V is a 1980 Piaggio Vespa 50 in White with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HDL 287V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 46 years old, this Piaggio Vespa 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HDL 287V registered?

HDL 287V is a 1980 Piaggio Vespa 50, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is HDL 287V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDL 287V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HDL 287V have outstanding finance?

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