MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,589 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear mudguard insecure
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?
Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R197 WGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1998 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 13,373 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 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 R197 WGC, 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 28 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 R197 WGC registered?
R197 WGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 7 July 1998.
Is R197 WGC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R197 WGC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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