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L46 LAU

1994 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

10,983 mi
Last recorded10,983 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Piaggio Vespa13,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL46 LAU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 10,983 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 10,371 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 9,933 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 9,775 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 9,278 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 9,278 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 9,104 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 7,985 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 7,416 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 6,969 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 6,522 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 6,155 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 5,730 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 5,169 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 4,610 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 3,714 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 2,682 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 1,828 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 1,289 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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L46 LAU is a 1994 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1994 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 13,304 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 L46 LAU, 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 32 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 L46 LAU?

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What year was L46 LAU registered?

L46 LAU is a 1994 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L46 LAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L46 LAU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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