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G980 SFJ

1989 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,995 mi
Last recorded23,995 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Piaggio Vespa16,270 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG980 SFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 23,995 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play Slight free play in steering. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel damaged but not to excess One rear wheel nut stud only just into the locking device of the nut, secure at this time. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 23,604 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 23,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 23,217 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 22,334 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 22,126 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 21,793 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 21,362 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 21,362 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 21,119 miles

front shock has movement at top mount

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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G980 SFJ is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 G980 SFJ, 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 G980 SFJ registered?

G980 SFJ is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 September 1989.

Is G980 SFJ safe to buy?

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