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MEV 417V

1980 Vespa PX125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2022
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

21,028 mi
Last recorded21,028 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 Vespa PX12517,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEV 417V
MakeVespa
ModelPX125
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2021 21,028 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 21,028 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2021 21,028 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 21,028 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2011 21,028 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Vespa PX125?

Based on 1,317 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 21
Direction indicators not working 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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MEV 417V is a 1980 Vespa PX125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1980 Vespa PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 17,680 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 Vespa PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MEV 417V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Vespa PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MEV 417V registered?

MEV 417V is a 1980 Vespa PX125, first registered on 15 January 1980.

Is MEV 417V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEV 417V shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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