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G5 VSP

2016 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,385 mi
Last recorded7,385 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Vespa5,493 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 VSP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 7,385 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 4,847 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 2,191 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 1,122 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 1,006 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 1,001 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 657 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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G5 VSP is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 G5 VSP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G5 VSP registered?

G5 VSP is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 July 2016.

Is G5 VSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 VSP shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G5 VSP have outstanding finance?

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