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SKO 976W

1981 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,625 mi
Last recorded49,625 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Piaggio Vespa14,394 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKO 976W
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 49,625 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 48,929 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 48,830 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 48,791 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 48,791 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 May 2016 30,000 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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SKO 976W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,394 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 SKO 976W, 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 45 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 SKO 976W?

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What year was SKO 976W registered?

SKO 976W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is SKO 976W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKO 976W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SKO 976W have outstanding finance?

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