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F706 OCR

1988 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,627 mi
Last recorded20,627 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 1988 Piaggio Vespa16,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF706 OCR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 20,627 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 20,318 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 20,006 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 19,373 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2015 18,933 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2014 18,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 17,521 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 16,822 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 May 2011 16,452 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 16,205 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 15,828 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 15,139 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 14,595 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 14,595 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 13,732 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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F706 OCR is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 F706 OCR, 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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What year was F706 OCR registered?

F706 OCR is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 September 1988.

Is F706 OCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F706 OCR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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