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KGV 140K

1972 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

672 mi
Last recorded672 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 1972 Piaggio Vespa4,123 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGV 140K
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 672 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 672 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2016 672 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 672 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 672 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 672 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 672 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 672 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 672 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 666 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 28 Feb 2009 666 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 665 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 638 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 9 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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KGV 140K is a 1972 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1972 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 4,123 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 KGV 140K, 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 54 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KGV 140K registered?

KGV 140K is a 1972 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is KGV 140K safe to buy?

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