MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,390 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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YRC 221Y is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1983 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 14,888 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 YRC 221Y, 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 43 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was YRC 221Y registered?
YRC 221Y is a 1983 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 1983.
Is YRC 221Y safe to buy?
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