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J904 DBE

1991 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,888 mi
Last recorded38,888 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 1991 Piaggio Vespa15,664 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ904 DBE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 38,888 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 38,888 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 38,888 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 38,888 miles

Front Tyre sidewall starting to crack/perish

Pass 19 May 2018 38,888 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewalls cracked and perished (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 38,341 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 37,868 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewalls slightly cracked/perished (4.1.3(i))

oil leak

Fail 2 Jun 2016 37,868 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewalls slightly cracked/perished (4.1.3(i))

oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2015 37,868 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jan 2014 37,868 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 36,932 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 36,932 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 35,186 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2012 35,171 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2010 34,280 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 32,338 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 32,338 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 31,545 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 31,539 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 31,516 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Oct 2005 28,950 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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J904 DBE is a 1991 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 15,664 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 J904 DBE, 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 35 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J904 DBE registered?

J904 DBE is a 1991 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 October 1991.

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