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DGW 156B

2005 Piaggio Vespa 50

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,353 mi
Last recorded21,353 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa 5021,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGW 156B
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa 50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 21,353 miles
Pass 6 May 2016
Pass 10 Aug 2015 21,353 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 21,353 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 21,353 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 21,353 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2012 21,353 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 21,353 miles

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 21,353 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 21,353 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 21,353 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 21,353 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa 50?

Based on 795 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Throttle operating incorrectly 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 8
wheel bearings are excessively rough 8
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DGW 156B is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa 50 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Vespa 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 21,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DGW 156B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Vespa 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DGW 156B registered?

DGW 156B is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa 50, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is DGW 156B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGW 156B shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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