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KJD 278W

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,308 mi
Last recorded41,308 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJD 278W
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 41,308 miles

Little reserve travel left on the front brake control.

The speedo needle is not returning to the rest position.

The throttle is lazy to return.

Pass 8 Apr 2016 41,283 miles

No indicators fitted. (Not a requirement for vehicles that do not exceed 30 mph.)

Speedo needle stuck.

Fail 30 Mar 2016 41,281 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (Front brake control) (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

No indicators fitted. (Not a requirement for vehicles that do not exceed 30 mph.)

Speedo needle stuck.

The front tyre is badly perished. (Recommend it is replaced.)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 41,225 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 41,145 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 41,024 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 41,024 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 40,913 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 40,730 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 40,035 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 39,672 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 38,496 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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KJD 278W is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 14,042 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 KJD 278W, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KJD 278W registered?

KJD 278W is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 May 2006.

Is KJD 278W safe to buy?

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