MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,555 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
both tyre pressures low
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)
Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Rear Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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R198 KGJ is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 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 R198 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 R198 KGJ registered?
R198 KGJ is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 August 1997.
Is R198 KGJ safe to buy?
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