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BV57 VLW

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,147 mi
Last recorded40,147 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV57 VLW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 40,147 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

rear wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 6 Apr 2022 39,200 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 38,896 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 38,396 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 38,396 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 35,168 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 27,734 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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BV57 VLW is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BV57 VLW, 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.

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What year was BV57 VLW registered?

BV57 VLW is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 October 2007.

Is BV57 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV57 VLW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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