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P200 LJR

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,549 mi
Last recorded16,549 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP200 LJR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 16,549 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 15,568 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 13,432 miles

Central Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Central Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 11,323 miles

Centre Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Centre Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 11,055 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 10,854 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 10,458 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 9,667 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 9,667 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 8,551 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 7,764 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 7,599 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 7,571 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 7,316 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 6,769 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 6,769 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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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P200 LJR is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P200 LJR, 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 P200 LJR registered?

P200 LJR is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is P200 LJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P200 LJR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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