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R379 MFV

1998 Vespa T5

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,718 mi
Last recorded14,718 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR379 MFV
MakeVespa
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 14,718 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 12,071 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 12,054 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2023 7,815 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 7,811 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 7,653 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 7,430 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 7,151 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 4,728 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 3,599 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa T5?

Based on 1,136 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Direction indicators not working 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
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R379 MFV is a 1998 Vespa T5 in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Vespa T5 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R379 MFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa T5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Vespa T5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R379 MFV registered?

R379 MFV is a 1998 Vespa T5, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R379 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R379 MFV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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