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HF16 LJA

2016 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,928 mi
Last recorded10,928 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Vespa5,493 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF16 LJA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 10,928 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 18 Mar 2025 10,855 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 9,961 miles

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 15 Mar 2023 8,853 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 7,660 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2022 7,660 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 5,589 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 3,875 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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HF16 LJA is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HF16 LJA, 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.

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What year was HF16 LJA registered?

HF16 LJA is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 March 2016.

Is HF16 LJA safe to buy?

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