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M856 FFB

1995 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,261 mi
Last recorded12,261 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Piaggio Vespa15,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM856 FFB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 12,261 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 12,142 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 10,964 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 10,882 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 9,781 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 9,781 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high ADJUSTED DURING TEST (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 9,773 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 9,731 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 9,707 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 9,686 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 9,651 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 9,611 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 9,611 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 9,474 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 9,474 miles

Oil leak

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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M856 FFB is a 1995 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M856 FFB, 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 M856 FFB registered?

M856 FFB is a 1995 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 1995.

Is M856 FFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M856 FFB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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