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E940 LBT

1987 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Piaggio Vespa14,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE940 LBT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 9 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 16,283 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 16,090 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2022 15,823 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 15,387 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 15,387 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2020 14,947 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 14,947 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 14,947 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 14,825 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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E940 LBT is a 1987 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 E940 LBT, 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

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What year was E940 LBT registered?

E940 LBT is a 1987 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E940 LBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E940 LBT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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