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R737 NVO

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,661 mi
Last recorded18,661 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR737 NVO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2013 18,661 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 18,661 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Oct 2012 18,138 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 14,828 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 11,736 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 10,719 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 9,356 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 8,128 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 8,128 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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R737 NVO is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 R737 NVO, 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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How do I check the history of R737 NVO?

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What year was R737 NVO registered?

R737 NVO is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R737 NVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R737 NVO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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