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F32 MLU

1988 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,978 mi
Last recorded24,978 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 1988 Piaggio Vespa16,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF32 MLU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 24,978 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 23,990 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by seat catch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 23,989 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under seat and foot panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

advise, small oil leak

Fail 23 Aug 2018 23,989 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under seat and foot panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

advise, small oil leak

Pass 24 May 2017 23,901 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 23,525 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 May 2016 23,522 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 23,354 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 22,949 miles

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

front brake and spedeo cable runing verry close ot wheel

Pass 27 Jul 2012 22,494 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 22,213 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 22,213 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 21,554 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 21,168 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 20,952 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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F32 MLU is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 F32 MLU, 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.

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What year was F32 MLU registered?

F32 MLU is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 August 1988.

Is F32 MLU safe to buy?

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