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TOS 950X

1982 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

13,473 mi
Last recorded13,473 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2017
Typical for 1982 Piaggio Vespa17,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOS 950X
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2017 13,473 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 10,614 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 10,609 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 10,580 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 10,579 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 10,518 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 10,518 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

nearside mirror cracked

Pass 18 Sep 2009 10,459 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 10,459 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 10,378 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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TOS 950X is a 1982 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 17,160 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 TOS 950X, 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 44 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TOS 950X registered?

TOS 950X is a 1982 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is TOS 950X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOS 950X shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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