MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
15,013 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)
front suspension soft
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))
Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)
Nail in rear tyre
front suspension soft
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
front suspension soft
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R705 WYB is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Gold with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
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 R705 WYB, 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 R705 WYB registered?
R705 WYB is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 April 1998.
Is R705 WYB safe to buy?
The MOT history for R705 WYB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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