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F449 KMW

1989 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,592 mi
Last recorded38,592 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1989 Piaggio Vespa16,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF449 KMW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 38,592 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.50-10 (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 38,430 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 38,269 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 38,057 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 May 2015 37,943 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 32,839 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 37,724 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 37,640 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 37,567 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 14 May 2010 37,520 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2010 37,520 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 37,463 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 May 2007 32,471 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 32,471 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 30,449 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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F449 KMW is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 16,270 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F449 KMW, 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 37 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F449 KMW is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 June 1989.

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