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BU63 LAA

2013 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

21,664 mi
Last recorded21,664 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Vespa9,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU63 LAA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 21,664 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 20,274 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 19,408 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 18,136 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 18,136 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 16,724 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 16,724 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 15,874 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 12,226 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 12,114 miles

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

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

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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BU63 LAA is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 BU63 LAA, 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.

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BU63 LAA is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2013.

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