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P200 VEP

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,987 mi
Last recorded59,987 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP200 VEP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 59,987 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 57,805 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 54,786 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 52,059 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 49,606 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 48,187 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 47,194 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

slight corrosion on chassis

Pass 14 May 2010 45,376 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 43,178 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 18 May 2009 43,177 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 May 2008 39,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 May 2007 38,398 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2006 35,372 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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P200 VEP is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 198cc 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 P200 VEP, 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 VEP registered?

P200 VEP is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P200 VEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P200 VEP 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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