MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,753 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S471 DCD is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 S471 DCD, 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 S471 DCD registered?
S471 DCD is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 October 1998.
Is S471 DCD safe to buy?
The MOT history for S471 DCD shows 6 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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