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LP16 UJC

2016 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,570 mi
Last recorded8,570 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Vespa5,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP16 UJC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 8,570 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 8,204 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 7,656 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 6,954 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 6,474 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 6,260 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 6,132 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 4,886 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 4,886 miles

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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LP16 UJC is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 5,493 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 LP16 UJC, 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 10 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LP16 UJC?

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What year was LP16 UJC registered?

LP16 UJC is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 June 2016.

Is LP16 UJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP16 UJC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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