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R929 JGC

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

11,172 mi
Last recorded11,172 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR929 JGC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 11,172 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 10,142 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 9,857 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 9,852 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 9,826 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 9,826 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Dec 2016 9,781 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 9,756 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 9,756 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 9,616 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 9,438 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 9,065 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 8,772 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 8,697 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 8,697 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Fail 16 Dec 2009 8,599 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 8,599 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 8,440 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 8,298 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 8,294 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 8,000 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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R929 JGC is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R929 JGC, 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 R929 JGC registered?

R929 JGC is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R929 JGC safe to buy?

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