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R783 MGP

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

3,587 mi
Last recorded3,587 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR783 MGP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 3,587 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 3,509 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 3,375 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 3,363 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 3,191 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 3,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 3,003 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 2,994 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 2,968 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 2,851 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 2,681 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 2,442 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 2,153 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 2,150 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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R783 MGP is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R783 MGP, 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 R783 MGP registered?

R783 MGP is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R783 MGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R783 MGP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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