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R627 GFG

1997 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,319 mi
Last recorded12,319 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR627 GFG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 12,319 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2018 12,319 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 10,009 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 7,200 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 4,985 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 4,964 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 4,944 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 4,917 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 4,856 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 4,856 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 4,837 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 4,799 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 4,663 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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R627 GFG is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R627 GFG, 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 R627 GFG registered?

R627 GFG is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R627 GFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R627 GFG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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