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MCH 248W

1980 Piaggio Vespa

Maroon Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,661 mi
Last recorded21,661 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Piaggio Vespa14,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCH 248W
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1980
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2020 21,661 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 21,488 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 21,298 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 20,968 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 20,700 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 20,175 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 20,031 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 19,984 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 19,416 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 18,921 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

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

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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MCH 248W is a 1980 Piaggio Vespa in Maroon with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MCH 248W, 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.

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What year was MCH 248W registered?

MCH 248W is a 1980 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 October 1980.

Is MCH 248W safe to buy?

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