MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,547 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
no adjustment left on rear brake cable
Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
engine oil leak
engine idle speed fast and engaging drive
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
engine oil leak
engine idle speed fast and engaging drive
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P404 XGC is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1997 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 11,799 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 P404 XGC, 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 P404 XGC registered?
P404 XGC is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 June 1997.
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