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OTT 504W

1981 Piaggio Vespa

Yellow Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,710 mi
Last recorded35,710 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Piaggio Vespa14,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTT 504W
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 35,710 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2020 35,705 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 35,273 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 34,418 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)

Fail 22 Mar 2018 34,418 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 34,365 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)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 34,255 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 27 Jul 2013 34,255 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 34,198 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 33,641 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 33,641 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 32,871 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 32,871 miles

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

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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OTT 504W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa in Yellow with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1981 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,394 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 OTT 504W, 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 45 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OTT 504W registered?

OTT 504W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is OTT 504W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTT 504W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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