MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,980 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
center stand slightly seized
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
front tyre under inflated.advise checking pressure a.s.a.p.
Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
front tyre under inflated.advise checking pressure a.s.a.p.
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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R201 WGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 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 R201 WGC, 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.
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What year was R201 WGC registered?
R201 WGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 June 1998.
Is R201 WGC safe to buy?
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