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R185 CGJ

1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,778 mi
Last recorded8,778 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET410,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR185 CGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2024 8,778 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2008 8,772 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 7,508 miles

corrosion around front suspension

temp repair made to nsf indicator lens

Pass 12 Apr 2006 7,292 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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R185 CGJ is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 10,886 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R185 CGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R185 CGJ registered?

R185 CGJ is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R185 CGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R185 CGJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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