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R86 KGC

1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,445 mi
Last recorded29,445 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET410,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR86 KGC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 29,445 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 28,260 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 26,095 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 20,928 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 20,928 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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R86 KGC is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 10,886 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R86 KGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R86 KGC registered?

R86 KGC is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is R86 KGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R86 KGC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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