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STJ 656T

1979 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,464 mi
Last recorded10,464 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1979 Piaggio Vespa17,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTJ 656T
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 10,464 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit FRONT AND REAR TYRES NEAR LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.3(i))

Fail 30 May 2017 10,464 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute FRONT INDICATERS SLOW (1.5.1c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit FRONT AND REAR TYRES NEAR LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.3(i))

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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STJ 656T is a 1979 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 17,578 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 STJ 656T, 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 47 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 STJ 656T?

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What year was STJ 656T registered?

STJ 656T is a 1979 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 June 1979.

Is STJ 656T safe to buy?

The MOT history for STJ 656T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does STJ 656T have outstanding finance?

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