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R832 FGO

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Bronze Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,889 mi
Last recorded5,889 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR832 FGO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 5,889 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 5,847 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 5,764 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 5,685 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 5,625 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 5,563 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 5,490 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 5,363 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 5,212 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 5,067 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 4,893 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 4,690 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 4,433 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 4,155 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 3,940 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 3,638 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 3,384 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 3,182 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 2,949 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 2,701 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 16 Aug 2006 2,392 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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R832 FGO is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Bronze with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 11,799 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 R832 FGO, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R832 FGO registered?

R832 FGO is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R832 FGO safe to buy?

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