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PLM 366W

1980 Piaggio Vespa

Yellow Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Piaggio Vespa14,964 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLM 366W
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023
Pass 23 Sep 2022
Fail 23 Sep 2022

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Aug 2021
Pass 25 Sep 2019
Fail 25 Sep 2019

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2018
Pass 23 Oct 2017
Fail 23 Oct 2017

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 4,630 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 4,630 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 4,630 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 7,916 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 7,916 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 7,919 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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PLM 366W is a 1980 Piaggio Vespa in Yellow with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 14,964 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 PLM 366W, 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 46 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 PLM 366W?

You can check the full history of PLM 366W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PLM 366W registered?

PLM 366W is a 1980 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 September 1980.

Is PLM 366W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLM 366W shows 15 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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