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R178 KNJ

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

443 mi
Last recorded443 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR178 KNJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2020 443 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 438 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 434 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 421 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 416 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 411 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 379 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 354 miles

Speedo cowling slightly loose

Throttle sticking slightly

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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R178 KNJ is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 11,992 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 R178 KNJ, 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 28 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 R178 KNJ registered?

R178 KNJ is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R178 KNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R178 KNJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R178 KNJ have outstanding finance?

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