MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
33,086 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MCG 442T is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 1978 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 16,523 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 MCG 442T, 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 48 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was MCG 442T registered?
MCG 442T is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 September 1978.
Is MCG 442T safe to buy?
The MOT history for MCG 442T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MCG 442T have outstanding finance?
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