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P521 AOD

1996 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

18,788 mi
Last recorded18,788 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Vespa11,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP521 AOD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 18,788 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 18,731 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 18,336 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 17,993 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 17,845 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 17,824 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 17,759 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 17,253 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 17,023 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 16,478 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 15,071 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 14,853 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 3 Aug 2013 295 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 16,300 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 16,271 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 22,094 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Upper Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 22,094 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 7,988 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 7,988 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

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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P521 AOD is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P521 AOD, 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 P521 AOD registered?

P521 AOD is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 August 1996.

Is P521 AOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P521 AOD shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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