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D156 FRW

1987 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,421 mi
Last recorded37,421 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1987 Piaggio Vespa14,124 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD156 FRW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 37,421 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 37,088 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 37,088 miles

Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 35,745 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 35,083 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 34,530 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 34,106 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 33,164 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 33,133 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 33,133 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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D156 FRW is a 1987 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 14,124 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 D156 FRW, 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 39 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D156 FRW?

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What year was D156 FRW registered?

D156 FRW is a 1987 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 May 1987.

Is D156 FRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D156 FRW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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