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P76 TCV

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,729 mi
Last recorded6,729 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP76 TCV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 6,729 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 6,723 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 6,716 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 6,647 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 6,647 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 6,611 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 6,551 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 6,461 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 6,439 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 6,373 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 6,165 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 5,976 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Sep 2015 5,970 miles

Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 5,626 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 5,278 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 5,123 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 4,902 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 4,458 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2009 3,926 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 3,926 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 3,585 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 3,214 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2006 2,785 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2005 2,497 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
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P76 TCV is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P76 TCV, 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 P76 TCV?

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What year was P76 TCV registered?

P76 TCV is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P76 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P76 TCV shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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