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PKE 288L

1997 Piaggio Vespa 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,958 mi
Last recorded54,958 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKE 288L
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa 50
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2012 54,958 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 54,958 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa 50?

Based on 795 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Throttle operating incorrectly 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 8
wheel bearings are excessively rough 8
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PKE 288L is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PKE 288L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Vespa 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PKE 288L registered?

PKE 288L is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa 50, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is PKE 288L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKE 288L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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