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P279 GJK

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,258 mi
Last recorded26,258 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 GJK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 26,258 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 26,253 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 24,763 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 24,763 miles

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

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 24,033 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 23,279 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 22,484 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 21,146 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 19,407 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 19,404 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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P279 GJK is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 11,799 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 P279 GJK, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P279 GJK registered?

P279 GJK is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P279 GJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P279 GJK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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