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BFL 440B

2011 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15 mi
Last recorded15 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Vespa9,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFL 440B
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 15 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 17 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 13 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 13 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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BFL 440B is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 9,504 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 BFL 440B, 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 15 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BFL 440B registered?

BFL 440B is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is BFL 440B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFL 440B shows 4 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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