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P199 LCF

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,541 mi
Last recorded19,541 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP199 LCF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2023 19,541 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 19,304 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 17,592 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 15,312 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 13,558 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 12,322 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 9,278 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 5,772 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 5,642 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2009 5,506 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 May 2008 4,943 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 4,943 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 4,836 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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P199 LCF is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P199 LCF, 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 P199 LCF registered?

P199 LCF is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P199 LCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P199 LCF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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