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R371 SGC

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,816 mi
Last recorded14,816 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR371 SGC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 14,816 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 14,791 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 14,677 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 14,604 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 14,521 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 14,482 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 14,167 miles

Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess main engine mount have slight play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 14,127 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 13,921 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 13,672 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 13,359 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 13,214 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 13,168 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 13,115 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 13,069 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2010 12,885 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 12,109 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 10,488 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 8,830 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2006 7,057 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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R371 SGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R371 SGC, 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 R371 SGC registered?

R371 SGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R371 SGC safe to buy?

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