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N492 BWC

1995 Piaggio Vespa

Yellow Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,814 mi
Last recorded21,814 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Piaggio Vespa15,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN492 BWC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2025 21,814 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 20,543 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 19,500 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 19,274 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 19,160 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 19,083 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 18,855 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 18,721 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 18,372 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 17,937 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 17,429 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 17,275 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 16,817 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 16,105 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 15,577 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 15,028 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 13,772 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 13,062 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 12,235 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 11,310 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 10,569 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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N492 BWC is a 1995 Piaggio Vespa in Yellow with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N492 BWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N492 BWC registered?

N492 BWC is a 1995 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 August 1995.

Is N492 BWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N492 BWC shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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