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M896 TWE

1994 Vespa PX125

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,703 mi
Last recorded23,703 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM896 TWE
MakeVespa
ModelPX125
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 23,703 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 23,208 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2024 23,202 miles

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

off side side cover loose

Pass 5 Aug 2021 22,511 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 22,511 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play could be loose wheel nut (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 21,702 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 20,828 miles

steering notchy

Pass 9 May 2017 18,914 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 18,914 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2016 16,990 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 15,003 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 May 2014 13,325 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 12,095 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 11,701 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2009 10,819 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Jul 2009 10,816 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Vespa PX125?

Based on 1,317 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 21
Direction indicators not working 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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M896 TWE is a 1994 Vespa PX125 in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Vespa PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M896 TWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 32 years old, this Vespa PX125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M896 TWE registered?

M896 TWE is a 1994 Vespa PX125, first registered on 26 August 1994.

Is M896 TWE safe to buy?

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