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R875 TLM

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,211 mi
Last recorded15,211 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR875 TLM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 15,211 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2016 15,200 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 15,200 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 15,200 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 15,200 miles

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

Unable to see nearside brake pad, Advisory given from offside brakepad

Pass 17 Mar 2012 14,162 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 10,076 miles

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

advise + the ignition switch is in very poor condition ie dose not always connect (no emergency stop)

Fail 7 Mar 2011 10,076 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

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

advise + the ignition switch is in very poor condition ie dose not always connect (no emergency stop)

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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R875 TLM is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R875 TLM, 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 R875 TLM registered?

R875 TLM is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R875 TLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R875 TLM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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