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TGU 243E

1998 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,643 mi
Last recorded83,643 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa ET413,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGU 243E
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2017 83,643 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 78,989 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 73,721 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 73,721 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 72,927 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 70,167 miles

Oil leak

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 66,625 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 63,680 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 63,679 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 63,679 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 62,770 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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TGU 243E is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 13,373 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGU 243E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TGU 243E registered?

TGU 243E is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is TGU 243E safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGU 243E shows 11 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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