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R430 SGC

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,247 mi
Last recorded26,247 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR430 SGC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 26,247 miles

Outer Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 25,687 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 24,330 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 23,368 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 23,368 miles

Front Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

rear carrier is insucure

Pass 15 Jul 2011 15,303 miles

Inner Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 14,197 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 13,268 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 11,611 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 22 Jul 2008 11,611 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 9,104 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 9,024 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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R430 SGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R430 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 R430 SGC registered?

R430 SGC is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 May 1998.

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