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S345 CGK

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

16,193 mi
Last recorded16,193 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS345 CGK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2021 16,193 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2021 16,193 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 16,091 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 15,708 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 15,648 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 15,648 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2014 15,648 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2013 15,648 miles

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

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Nov 2011 15,054 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 15,008 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2010 15,008 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 13,865 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 12,431 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 12,431 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2007 10,710 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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S345 CGK is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S345 CGK, 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 S345 CGK registered?

S345 CGK is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 September 1998.

Is S345 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S345 CGK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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