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R256 LKX

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

27,784 mi
Last recorded27,784 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 LKX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 27,784 miles

ODOMETER INOP

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 27,784 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 27,784 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 27,784 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 27,784 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 27,784 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 27,784 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

small oil leak from engine

Pass 1 Dec 2017 27,784 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 27,784 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 27,784 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 27,784 miles

Inner Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 27,784 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 26,110 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 25,419 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 24,061 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2007 23,530 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 21,086 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2005 19,956 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2005 19,956 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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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R256 LKX is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R256 LKX, 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.

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What year was R256 LKX registered?

R256 LKX is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R256 LKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 LKX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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