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NKH 565V

1979 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

839 mi
Last recorded839 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Piaggio Vespa17,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKH 565V
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 839 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 805 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 796 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 765 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake and clutch lever nipple holes slightly worn

Pass 11 Nov 2014 688 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

throttle slow to return

Pass 23 Oct 2013 645 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 479 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 280 miles

seat does not latch but is bolted and secure

Pass 11 Jun 2010 128 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 3 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 3 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 3 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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NKH 565V is a 1979 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 17,578 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 NKH 565V, 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 47 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NKH 565V registered?

NKH 565V is a 1979 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is NKH 565V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKH 565V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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