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E159 LGV

1988 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,060 mi
Last recorded1,060 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 1988 Piaggio Vespa16,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE159 LGV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2024 1,060 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 1,054 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 544 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 506 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 489 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 486 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 11,019 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 10,962 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 9,841 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 9,570 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 9,258 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 8,810 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 8,345 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 8,034 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 7,653 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 7,562 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 7,432 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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E159 LGV is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 16,625 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 E159 LGV, 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 38 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E159 LGV registered?

E159 LGV is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is E159 LGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E159 LGV shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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