MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,161 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements front brake (4.3.2 (a) (i))
fuel warning on
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R285 HGO is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1997 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 11,799 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R285 HGO, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R285 HGO registered?
R285 HGO is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 September 1997.
Is R285 HGO safe to buy?
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