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R879 FGO

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,077 mi
Last recorded14,077 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR879 FGO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 14,077 miles

steering movement slightly notchy

Pass 27 Apr 2017 10,757 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 9,433 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 8,481 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 7,690 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 6,959 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2009 6,951 miles

Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

rear tyre low on pressure

Pass 27 Aug 2008 6,243 miles

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

number plate bolts loose

Fail 21 Aug 2008 6,216 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

number plate bolts loose

Pass 5 Jul 2007 5,210 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 5,210 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 4,549 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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R879 FGO is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R879 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.

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What year was R879 FGO registered?

R879 FGO is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 October 1997.

Is R879 FGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R879 FGO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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