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N335 ERV

1996 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

21,082 mi
Last recorded21,082 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Vespa11,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN335 ERV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 21,082 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 19,939 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 18,095 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2023 18,095 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 18,095 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 18,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 16,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Jul 2019 16,743 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 14,532 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 13,908 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 13,908 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 13,905 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 13,400 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 13,400 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 13,078 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 13,078 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 12,749 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 10,967 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 10,967 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 10,494 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Feb 2008 10,494 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 8,770 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

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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N335 ERV is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 11,606 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 N335 ERV, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N335 ERV registered?

N335 ERV is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 February 1996.

Is N335 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N335 ERV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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