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GV11 VRJ

2011 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,367 mi
Last recorded30,367 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Vespa9,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV11 VRJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 30,367 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 30,325 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 30,280 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 5 May 2023 30,222 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 28,986 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 26,115 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 24,759 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 24,759 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2017 24,759 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2016 22,001 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 22,001 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 14,262 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 11,606 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 11,606 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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GV11 VRJ is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 GV11 VRJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV11 VRJ registered?

GV11 VRJ is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 August 2011.

Is GV11 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV11 VRJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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