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FL61 GVD

2011 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,555 mi
Last recorded16,555 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Vespa9,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 GVD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 16,555 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 15,940 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 15,398 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 14,677 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 14,640 miles

Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering under bike (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 13,792 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 13,320 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 13,320 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 12,830 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 11,532 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 11,524 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 10,316 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 8,929 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 7,655 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 3,941 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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FL61 GVD is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 9,504 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 FL61 GVD, 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 15 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FL61 GVD registered?

FL61 GVD is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is FL61 GVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL61 GVD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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