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N121 SLF

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Red Other 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,442 mi
Last recorded17,442 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN121 SLF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 17,442 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 17,442 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 17,442 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 17,442 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 15,230 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 14,093 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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N121 SLF is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 11,799 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 N121 SLF, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N121 SLF?

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What year was N121 SLF registered?

N121 SLF is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is N121 SLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N121 SLF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N121 SLF have outstanding finance?

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