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NJC 64R

1976 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 121cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

16,399 mi
Last recorded16,399 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 1976 Piaggio Vespa18,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJC 64R
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine121cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 16,399 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 16,338 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 16,236 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 16,206 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 16,131 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 16,056 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 15,972 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 15,972 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 15,892 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 15,892 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2014 15,822 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 15,720 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

slight cracking on front tyre

slight play in lower suspension pivot

Fail 17 Aug 2013 15,720 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

slight cracking on front tyre

slight play in lower suspension pivot

Pass 30 Jul 2012 15,682 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 15,682 miles

Outer Front Upper Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Outer Front Lower Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 15,441 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 20 Aug 2010 15,441 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 15,359 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 15,178 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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NJC 64R is a 1976 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 121cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1976 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 18,709 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 NJC 64R, 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 50 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NJC 64R?

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What year was NJC 64R registered?

NJC 64R is a 1976 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1976.

Is NJC 64R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJC 64R shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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