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OLY 237P

1976 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

55 mi
Last recorded55 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1976 Piaggio Vespa18,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLY 237P
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 55 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 9 May 2018 55 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 54 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 44 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 24 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 24 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 Jul 2011 13 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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OLY 237P is a 1976 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 OLY 237P, 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.

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What year was OLY 237P registered?

OLY 237P is a 1976 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1976.

Is OLY 237P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLY 237P shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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