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LMG 787W

1981 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,571 mi
Last recorded10,571 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2012
Typical for 1981 Piaggio Vespa14,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMG 787W
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2012 10,571 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 10,544 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 10,405 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2009 9,945 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 9,913 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2007 9,595 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 9,216 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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LMG 787W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,394 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 LMG 787W, 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 45 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 LMG 787W registered?

LMG 787W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is LMG 787W safe to buy?

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