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P241 PAF

1996 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

6,009 mi
Last recorded6,009 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2006
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Vespa11,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP241 PAF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2006 6,009 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Dec 2006 6,009 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 6 Dec 2006 6,009 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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P241 PAF is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 11,606 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 P241 PAF, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P241 PAF registered?

P241 PAF is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P241 PAF safe to buy?

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