MOT Status
ValidMileage
15,108 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake master cylinder slightly loose (1.1.10 (c))
Front Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose play in upper shock mount (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Wheel bearing slightly rough
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R998 HYG is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 R998 HYG, 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 R998 HYG registered?
R998 HYG is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 January 1998.
Is R998 HYG safe to buy?
The MOT history for R998 HYG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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