MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,583 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
oil leaks
speedo cable kinked / repair
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
oil leaks
speedo cable kinked / repair
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R253 FGN is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 R253 FGN, 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 R253 FGN registered?
R253 FGN is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 January 1998.
Is R253 FGN safe to buy?
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