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E88 BGC

1988 Vespa T5

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,549 mi
Last recorded18,549 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Vespa T517,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE88 BGC
MakeVespa
ModelT5
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 18,549 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 18,284 miles

horn could be a bit louder

Pass 28 Jul 2023 18,089 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 17,787 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2022 17,787 miles

Rear Wheel has loose rivet/s or bolts (5.2.2 (e) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 17,353 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play front wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 17,322 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 17,273 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 16,927 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 16,612 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 16,151 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 15,497 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 14,576 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 13,833 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 13,833 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 13,167 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 12,093 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 11,071 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa T5?

Based on 1,136 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Direction indicators not working 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
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E88 BGC is a 1988 Vespa T5 in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Vespa T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 17,046 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa T5 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E88 BGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa T5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Vespa T5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E88 BGC registered?

E88 BGC is a 1988 Vespa T5, first registered on 18 July 1988.

Is E88 BGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E88 BGC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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