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S504 LNK

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

8,365 mi
Last recorded8,365 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS504 LNK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 8,365 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 8,323 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 8,323 miles

Front Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 8,294 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 8,272 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 8,257 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 8,239 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 8,003 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 7,461 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 6,872 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 6,857 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 6,395 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 5,736 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 5,623 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 5,526 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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S504 LNK is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 S504 LNK, 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 S504 LNK registered?

S504 LNK is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S504 LNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S504 LNK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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