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J855 ETV

1992 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,514 mi
Last recorded12,514 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2009
Typical for 1992 Piaggio Vespa17,371 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ855 ETV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2009 12,514 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 15 Jul 2009 12,514 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

aftermarket exhaust fitted

both tyres soft

front brake lever travel

front tyre perished

nearside front indicator

rear brake cable

Pass 8 Dec 2007 12,368 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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J855 ETV is a 1992 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 17,371 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 J855 ETV, 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 34 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J855 ETV registered?

J855 ETV is a 1992 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 June 1992.

Is J855 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J855 ETV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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