CarVerify

Free Car Check

BV57 VBY

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,177 mi
Last recorded25,177 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationBV57 VBY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 25,177 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members shock body (2.3.4)

Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. shock (2.4.A.1a)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2015 21,468 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

rear brake cable nipple twisted in the lever

rear brake returns slowly

Pass 20 Jan 2015 21,468 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

rear brake cable nipple twisted in the lever

rear brake returns slowly

Pass 14 Feb 2014 17,393 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

rear brake lever has a lot of travel

Fail 14 Feb 2014 17,393 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

rear brake lever has a lot of travel

Pass 15 Jan 2013 11,374 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 12 Jan 2013 11,374 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

exhaust bolt missing

Pass 7 Dec 2011 6,547 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 3,819 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

BV57 VBY is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BV57 VBY, 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 BV57 VBY?

You can check the full history of BV57 VBY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BV57 VBY registered?

BV57 VBY is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is BV57 VBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV57 VBY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BV57 VBY 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 BV57 VBY. 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.