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M256 YBK

1995 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,690 mi
Last recorded60,690 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 1995 Piaggio Vespa15,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM256 YBK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 60,690 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 60,569 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Aug 2010 60,569 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 60,062 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2008 5,914 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 59,147 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 57,719 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2005 57,719 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

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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M256 YBK is a 1995 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1995 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 15,989 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 M256 YBK, 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 31 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M256 YBK registered?

M256 YBK is a 1995 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 1995.

Is M256 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M256 YBK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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