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R279 PVN

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,719 mi
Last recorded13,719 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR279 PVN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2021 13,719 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 13,606 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 13,448 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 13,277 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 12,969 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 10,197 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 9,051 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 8,589 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2009 8,358 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 May 2008 7,758 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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R279 PVN is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R279 PVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R279 PVN registered?

R279 PVN is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is R279 PVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R279 PVN shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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