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P107 PLW

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,304 mi
Last recorded27,304 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP107 PLW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 27,304 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 27,149 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 26,590 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 26,089 miles

Oil leak

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 25,350 miles

rear brake is binding slightly

Pass 16 Mar 2010 25,056 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 23,085 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 20,634 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 17,844 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 14,513 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 14,420 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front Upper Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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P107 PLW is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P107 PLW, 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.

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What year was P107 PLW registered?

P107 PLW is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P107 PLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P107 PLW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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