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F601 GFC

1988 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,328 mi
Last recorded36,328 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Piaggio Vespa16,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF601 GFC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 36,328 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 35,306 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 34,627 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 34,627 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 34,627 miles

Oil leak

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

speedo not working

Fail 18 Aug 2007 34,627 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

speedo not working

Pass 8 Aug 2006 34,627 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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F601 GFC is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 16,625 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 F601 GFC, 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 38 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of F601 GFC?

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What year was F601 GFC registered?

F601 GFC is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is F601 GFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F601 GFC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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