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OU56 GKY

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

29,418 mi
Last recorded29,418 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU56 GKY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 29,418 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 29,418 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 29,418 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (bottoms out) (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2020 29,418 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 29,418 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2016 29,378 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2016 29,378 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 28,106 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 28,106 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 26,825 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 26,825 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2011 21,235 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 28 May 2011 21,235 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 16,087 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 16,087 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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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OU56 GKY is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 13,536 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 OU56 GKY, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU56 GKY registered?

OU56 GKY is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 February 2007.

Is OU56 GKY safe to buy?

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