CarVerify

Free Car Check

R539 TLD

1998 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,115 mi
Last recorded17,115 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Vespa11,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR539 TLD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 17,115 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 17,079 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 17,067 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2018 17,059 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Registration plate non-relective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)

Corrosion behind front fender

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 16,658 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Fail 2 Oct 2014 16,658 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Fail 3 Oct 2013 15,300 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 15,300 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 15,024 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 15,024 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 13,182 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 11,385 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
Full Piaggio Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R539 TLD is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 11,992 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 R539 TLD, 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 28 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 R539 TLD?

You can check the full history of R539 TLD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R539 TLD registered?

R539 TLD is a 1998 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is R539 TLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R539 TLD shows 12 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R539 TLD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R539 TLD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.