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R63 MGC

1997 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,698 mi
Last recorded8,698 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR63 MGC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 8,698 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2015 7,647 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 6,901 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2013 5,759 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 5,756 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 5,364 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 5,234 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 5,160 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 5,160 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2007 5,153 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 5,074 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 5,074 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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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R63 MGC is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R63 MGC, 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 R63 MGC registered?

R63 MGC is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is R63 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R63 MGC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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