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S701 RLL

1998 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,529 mi
Last recorded34,529 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS701 RLL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2026 34,529 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 34,522 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 34,442 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 34,273 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 33,416 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 33,394 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 33,388 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 33,381 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 33,374 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 33,354 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 33,324 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 33,284 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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S701 RLL is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S701 RLL, 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

How do I check the history of S701 RLL?

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What year was S701 RLL registered?

S701 RLL is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is S701 RLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S701 RLL shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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