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R186 KGJ

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

26,232 mi
Last recorded26,232 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR186 KGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 26,232 miles

A bolt is missing from rear mudguard but it is currently secured and not making contact with the tyre.

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Dec 2020 26,232 miles

A bolt is missing from rear mudguard but it is currently secured and not making contact with the tyre.

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 25,464 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 24,414 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 23,337 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 11 Nov 2017 23,337 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 23,262 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 22,598 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 22,317 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 21,971 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 21,574 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 4,182 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 4,138 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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R186 KGJ is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 R186 KGJ, 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 R186 KGJ registered?

R186 KGJ is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 August 1997.

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