MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,050 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R46 NGC is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1997 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 11,799 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 R46 NGC, 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 R46 NGC registered?
R46 NGC is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 November 1997.
Is R46 NGC safe to buy?
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