MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21,816 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Rear mudguard insecure
one of two exhaust bolts is missing
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
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)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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P642 BPF is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 November 1996.
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