MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,102 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
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))
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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R743 JGP is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 R743 JGP, 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 R743 JGP registered?
R743 JGP is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 April 1998.
Is R743 JGP safe to buy?
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