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FH65 TXC

2016 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,138 mi
Last recorded17,138 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2025
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Vespa5,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH65 TXC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2025 17,138 miles

Central Oil leak from the front of engine.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2024 15,956 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front oil leak from top part of the engine(rocker cover)

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust slightly loose Silencer loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 13 Jan 2024 15,956 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front oil leak from top part of the engine(rocker cover)

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust slightly loose Silencer loose (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2023 14,772 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame corroded slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Lower Oil leak, not dripping just coated cylinder head

Fail 7 Jan 2023 14,772 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame corroded slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Lower Oil leak, not dripping just coated cylinder head

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 13,559 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 12,256 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit not clearly visible (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 11,149 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 9,655 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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FH65 TXC is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 5,493 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 FH65 TXC, 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 10 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FH65 TXC registered?

FH65 TXC is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 January 2016.

Is FH65 TXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH65 TXC 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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