MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,110 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R301 FGN is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Gold with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R301 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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How do I check the history of R301 FGN?
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What year was R301 FGN registered?
R301 FGN is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 January 1998.
Is R301 FGN safe to buy?
The MOT history for R301 FGN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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