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JKM 504Y

1983 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,802 mi
Last recorded25,802 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 1983 Piaggio Vespa14,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKM 504Y
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 25,802 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 25,802 miles

Rear Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 25,736 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracks (4.1.3(i))

Fail 14 Dec 2015 25,736 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracks (4.1.3(i))

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 25,482 miles

Side panels fitted-unable to clearly inspect rear brake and fuel lines.

Pass 20 Sep 2013 25,397 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 25,232 miles

Side panels fitted-ubable to clearly inspect rear brake and fuel lines.

Pass 8 Oct 2011 25,168 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 25,044 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 24,921 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 24,921 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2008 24,691 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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JKM 504Y is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 14,888 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 JKM 504Y, 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 43 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JKM 504Y registered?

JKM 504Y is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JKM 504Y safe to buy?

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