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LB13 VWN

2013 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,097 mi
Last recorded18,097 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Vespa9,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB13 VWN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 18,097 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 16,742 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 15,018 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2024 15,018 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 14,031 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 13,400 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 13,021 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 12,821 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 12,821 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 10,586 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 10,586 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 8,260 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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LB13 VWN is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 9,170 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 LB13 VWN, 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 13 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LB13 VWN registered?

LB13 VWN is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 August 2013.

Is LB13 VWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB13 VWN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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