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GV16 JYK

2016 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,189 mi
Last recorded6,189 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Vespa5,493 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV16 JYK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 6,189 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 5,002 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2024 5,002 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 0.8mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 4,568 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 4,380 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 3,706 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 3,706 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2020 3,337 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 2,732 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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GV16 JYK is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 GV16 JYK, 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 GV16 JYK registered?

GV16 JYK is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is GV16 JYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV16 JYK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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