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BF16 YDV

2016 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2016 Piaggio Vespa5,493 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF16 YDV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023
Fail 12 Sep 2023

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 6,989 miles

Front Steering linkage deformed but serviceable Slight clicking up front, service it asap. Steering safe to use. (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Outer Items removed from driver's view prior to test Some panels missing screws - none essential. ()

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired Lens cracked, please replace asap. (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 6,937 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 2,538 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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BF16 YDV is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 5,493 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 BF16 YDV, 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 10 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BF16 YDV registered?

BF16 YDV is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 May 2016.

Is BF16 YDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF16 YDV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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