CarVerify

Free Car Check

BU56 ONS

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 48cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,584 mi
Last recorded17,584 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 ONS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 17,584 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2015 14,095 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 11,160 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 11,155 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2013 10,108 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 10,108 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 7,007 miles

battery voltage low

brake light only works when rear brake control is applied

Pass 7 Apr 2011 4,449 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 2,979 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
Full Piaggio Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BU56 ONS is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 13,536 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 BU56 ONS, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU56 ONS?

You can check the full history of BU56 ONS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BU56 ONS registered?

BU56 ONS is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 February 2007.

Is BU56 ONS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 ONS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU56 ONS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BU56 ONS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.