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FX13 DFA

2013 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,359 mi
Last recorded4,359 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Vespa9,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX13 DFA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 4,359 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 4,235 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 4,008 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 3,725 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 3,704 miles

Forks insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 2,982 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light slight intermittent (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 1,709 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 1,555 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 1,306 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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FX13 DFA is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 FX13 DFA, 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 FX13 DFA registered?

FX13 DFA is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 March 2013.

Is FX13 DFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX13 DFA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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