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R513 LGJ

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,201 mi
Last recorded34,201 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR513 LGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 34,201 miles

very rusty underside in several places

Pass 12 Jun 2023 20,209 miles

stand faulty

Pass 8 Jan 2011 4,459 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 3,988 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 3,988 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 3,358 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 3,024 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 2,097 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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R513 LGJ is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R513 LGJ, 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 R513 LGJ registered?

R513 LGJ is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 October 1997.

Is R513 LGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R513 LGJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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