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LBF 957V

1980 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,442 mi
Last recorded13,442 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2021
Typical for 1980 Piaggio Vespa14,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBF 957V
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2021 13,442 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 13,015 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 11,812 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 10,852 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 9,056 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 8,772 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 8,277 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 May 2011 7,896 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 7,723 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 7,723 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 7,550 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 7,535 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 7,400 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 6,800 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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LBF 957V is a 1980 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1980 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 14,964 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LBF 957V, 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 46 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LBF 957V registered?

LBF 957V is a 1980 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is LBF 957V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBF 957V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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