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P642 BPF

1996 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,816 mi
Last recorded21,816 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Vespa11,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP642 BPF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2014 21,816 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 18,529 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 18,529 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 18,529 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 18,529 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2010 18,376 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Nov 2010 18,363 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 15,567 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear mudguard insecure

one of two exhaust bolts is missing

Pass 10 Dec 2007 14,806 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 11,593 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 14 Dec 2005 10,225 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 10,225 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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P642 BPF is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P642 BPF, 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 P642 BPF registered?

P642 BPF is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 November 1996.

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