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L478 VOW

1994 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

9,839 mi
Last recorded9,839 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1994 Piaggio Vespa13,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL478 VOW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 9,839 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 9,829 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 9,816 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 9,626 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 9,553 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 9,393 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 9,089 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 8,790 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 8,342 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 8,342 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 13,244 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 12,518 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 12,497 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 12,294 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 11,829 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 11,255 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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L478 VOW is a 1994 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 L478 VOW, 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

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What year was L478 VOW registered?

L478 VOW is a 1994 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 1994.

Is L478 VOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L478 VOW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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