MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,092 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)
Offside Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
rear mudguard insecure
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W178 SNR is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 2000 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 11,763 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 W178 SNR, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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W178 SNR is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 May 2000.
Is W178 SNR safe to buy?
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