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BV57 VKX

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,176 mi
Last recorded12,176 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2014
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV57 VKX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2014 12,176 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 12,176 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 10,854 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 9,711 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 9,711 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 6,193 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 6,193 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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BV57 VKX is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 VKX, 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

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What year was BV57 VKX registered?

BV57 VKX is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 December 2007.

Is BV57 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV57 VKX shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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