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YGY 48S

1978 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,370 mi
Last recorded45,370 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2017
Typical for 1978 Piaggio Vespa16,523 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGY 48S
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2017 45,370 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 45,370 miles

Rear Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 45,730 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 45,730 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 45,730 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 45,074 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 44,265 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 44,183 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 41,822 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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YGY 48S is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1978 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 16,523 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 YGY 48S, 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 48 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YGY 48S registered?

YGY 48S is a 1978 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is YGY 48S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGY 48S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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