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GL16 VEW

2016 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,394 mi
Last recorded4,394 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Vespa5,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL16 VEW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2026 4,394 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 4,207 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 3,052 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 1,757 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 1,223 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 1,071 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 667 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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GL16 VEW is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 123cc 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 GL16 VEW, 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

How do I check the history of GL16 VEW?

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What year was GL16 VEW registered?

GL16 VEW is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 June 2016.

Is GL16 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL16 VEW 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 GL16 VEW have outstanding finance?

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