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FD14 VKU

2014 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,291 mi
Last recorded14,291 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 Piaggio Vespa7,778 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD14 VKU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 14,291 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Nearside Inner (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 13,526 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 12,842 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 21,217 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 12,201 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 10,903 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 9,429 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2020 9,429 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 4,890 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 4,290 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 3,301 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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FD14 VKU is a 2014 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 7,778 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 FD14 VKU, 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 12 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD14 VKU registered?

FD14 VKU is a 2014 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 June 2014.

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