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R233 WGC

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

9,999 mi
Last recorded9,999 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 WGC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 9,999 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 7,479 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 7,479 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 5,344 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 4,998 miles

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

seat lock broken

Pass 4 Jun 2014 4,692 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 4,452 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 4,146 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 3,816 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 3,572 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 3,272 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 2,962 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 2,709 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 2,514 miles

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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R233 WGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 R233 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 R233 WGC registered?

R233 WGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R233 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 WGC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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