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P374 JTR

1996 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,393 mi
Last recorded16,393 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Vespa11,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP374 JTR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2013 16,393 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 16,393 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 15,451 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 12,769 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 12,471 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 12,471 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2005 11,133 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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P374 JTR is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 11,606 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 P374 JTR, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P374 JTR registered?

P374 JTR is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 November 1996.

Is P374 JTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P374 JTR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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