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HGU 456J

1999 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,023 mi
Last recorded4,023 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGU 456J
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 4,023 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

head light lense slightly lose

Fail 26 Aug 2014 4,023 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front drake lever very little reserve traval

head light lense slightly lose

Pass 7 Feb 2012 3,801 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 3,801 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2010 3,801 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 3,381 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 2,805 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 2,730 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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HGU 456J is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 12,554 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 HGU 456J, 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 27 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HGU 456J registered?

HGU 456J is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is HGU 456J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGU 456J shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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