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S581 RLB

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,922 mi
Last recorded11,922 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS581 RLB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 11,922 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

unabel to see front brake pads

Pass 10 Jun 2013 10,821 miles

idle speed high

Pass 3 Jul 2012 6,538 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 17,611 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 17,129 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 11 Jun 2008 16,051 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 16,051 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 13,996 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 11,263 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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S581 RLB is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S581 RLB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S581 RLB registered?

S581 RLB is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 September 1998.

Is S581 RLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S581 RLB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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