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F78 GYD

1989 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,126 mi
Last recorded12,126 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1989 Piaggio Vespa16,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF78 GYD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 12,126 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 12,029 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2016 12,029 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 12,029 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 12,024 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 12,023 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 11,919 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2010 11,919 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 11,757 miles

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Fail 14 Aug 2008 11,757 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 11,562 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 10,932 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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F78 GYD is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 F78 GYD, 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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What year was F78 GYD registered?

F78 GYD is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 May 1989.

Is F78 GYD safe to buy?

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