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DF16 HWU

2016 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,261 mi
Last recorded38,261 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Vespa5,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 HWU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 38,261 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 36,359 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 34,576 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 32,360 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2022 29,364 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 23,641 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 19,733 miles

Front reduced damping

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 14,729 miles

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

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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DF16 HWU is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 5,493 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 DF16 HWU, 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 10 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF16 HWU registered?

DF16 HWU is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 May 2016.

Is DF16 HWU safe to buy?

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