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FD13 VLB

2013 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,597 mi
Last recorded14,597 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Vespa9,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD13 VLB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 14,597 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 14,592 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 14,487 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 13,973 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 13,338 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 11,320 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 11,297 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Oil leak slight oil leak from bottom of the nearside engine cover ()

Pass 6 Aug 2016 10,852 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2016 10,852 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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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FD13 VLB is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 9,170 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD13 VLB, 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 13 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FD13 VLB registered?

FD13 VLB is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 June 2013.

Is FD13 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD13 VLB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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