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R749 JTM

1998 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

10,890 mi
Last recorded10,890 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR749 JTM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 10,890 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 10,758 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 10,560 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 9,980 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 9,467 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 9,451 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 8,673 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 7,677 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 7,677 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Fail 20 Jan 2012 6,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Jan 2012 6,253 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 4,664 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 3,637 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 3,637 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 2,723 miles

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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R749 JTM is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R749 JTM, 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 R749 JTM registered?

R749 JTM is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R749 JTM safe to buy?

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