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K494 UFX

1992 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,545 mi
Last recorded29,545 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Piaggio Vespa17,371 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK494 UFX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 29,545 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 29,480 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2015 28,601 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 26,626 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 25,977 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 23,740 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

underside of frame starting to rust near top shocker mount

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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K494 UFX is a 1992 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 17,371 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 K494 UFX, 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 34 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K494 UFX?

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What year was K494 UFX registered?

K494 UFX is a 1992 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 August 1992.

Is K494 UFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K494 UFX shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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