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SAF 220S

1977 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 122cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,481 mi
Last recorded10,481 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1977 Piaggio Vespa10,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAF 220S
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine122cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 10,481 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 10,446 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 10,446 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 9,777 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 8,926 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 8,926 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 20 May 2009 7,040 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 6,466 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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SAF 220S is a 1977 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 122cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 10,112 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 SAF 220S, 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 49 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 SAF 220S?

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What year was SAF 220S registered?

SAF 220S is a 1977 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 October 1977.

Is SAF 220S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAF 220S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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