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BK13 UNW

2013 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

2,329 mi
Last recorded2,329 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Vespa9,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK13 UNW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 2,329 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 2,259 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 2,119 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 2,090 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 2,044 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 2,038 miles

Front Headlamp surround is slightly loose, but not likely to fail

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 1 Sep 2020 2,033 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp surround is slightly loose, but not likely to fail

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 2,015 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 2,006 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 1,906 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 1,413 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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BK13 UNW is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 9,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BK13 UNW, 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 13 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK13 UNW registered?

BK13 UNW is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2013.

Is BK13 UNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK13 UNW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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