MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,564 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6) DANGEROUS
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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R228 WGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 R228 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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R228 WGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 June 1998.
Is R228 WGC safe to buy?
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