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F920 DCK

1989 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,167 mi
Last recorded8,167 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1989 Piaggio Vespa16,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF920 DCK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 8,167 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 6,241 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 6,229 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 6,216 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 6,211 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 6,012 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 5,989 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 5,989 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 5,977 miles

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

Centre Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 5,977 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 5,976 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 5,973 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 5,973 miles

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

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 8 May 2009 5,973 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 May 2009 5,973 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 5,972 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 5,153 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 5,126 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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F920 DCK is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F920 DCK, 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 F920 DCK registered?

F920 DCK is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 July 1989.

Is F920 DCK safe to buy?

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