CarVerify

Free Car Check

P312 BTT

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

23,474 mi
Last recorded23,474 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP312 BTT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2015 23,474 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 23,474 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 23,236 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 23,236 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 22,899 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 22,899 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 22,527 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 22,527 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 21,800 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2009 21,800 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 20,250 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2007 6,754 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 18,334 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
Full Piaggio Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P312 BTT is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 P312 BTT, 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

How do I check the history of P312 BTT?

You can check the full history of P312 BTT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P312 BTT registered?

P312 BTT is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 January 1997.

Is P312 BTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P312 BTT shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P312 BTT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P312 BTT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.