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R262 MGT

1997 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

14,009 mi
Last recorded14,009 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Vespa11,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR262 MGT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 14,009 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 13,891 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 13,314 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 13,314 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 13,090 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 12,874 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 12,777 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 12,694 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 12,513 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 12,274 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 12,005 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 12,005 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 11 May 2016 11,703 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 11,429 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 11,301 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 11,096 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 11,053 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Dec 2010 11,053 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 10,980 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 10,947 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 10,918 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 10,848 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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R262 MGT is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R262 MGT, 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 R262 MGT registered?

R262 MGT is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 November 1997.

Is R262 MGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R262 MGT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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