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OPO 975S

1977 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 121cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,005 mi
Last recorded21,005 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1977 Piaggio Vespa10,112 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPO 975S
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine121cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 21,005 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 20,929 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 20,806 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 20,805 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 May 2021 20,769 miles

light switch broken

Pass 8 Jun 2020 20,727 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 20,720 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 20,720 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 20,720 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 20,720 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 20,704 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 20,636 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 20,636 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 20,636 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 20,633 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 20,370 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 20,175 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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OPO 975S is a 1977 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 121cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1977 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 10,112 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 OPO 975S, 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 49 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 OPO 975S?

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What year was OPO 975S registered?

OPO 975S is a 1977 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is OPO 975S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPO 975S shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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