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P277 XYS

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,654 mi
Last recorded14,654 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP277 XYS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 14,654 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 14,195 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 13,792 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 13,247 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 12,008 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front brake low of efficency

Pass 23 Mar 2018 10,441 miles

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

Front brake low of efficency

Pass 18 Apr 2008 10,120 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 9,304 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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P277 XYS is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P277 XYS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P277 XYS registered?

P277 XYS is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P277 XYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P277 XYS shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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