MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,849 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
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))
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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S514 EGJ is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 S514 EGJ, 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 S514 EGJ registered?
S514 EGJ is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 1998.
Is S514 EGJ safe to buy?
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