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J487 HGK

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

431 mi
Last recorded431 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2012
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ487 HGK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2012 431 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 426 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 418 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 366 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 363 miles

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 312 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 312 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 141 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 114 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

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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J487 HGK is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 13,536 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 J487 HGK, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J487 HGK registered?

J487 HGK is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 April 2007.

Is J487 HGK safe to buy?

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