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RA18 VFR

2018 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,114 mi
Last recorded9,114 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Piaggio Vespa4,407 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA18 VFR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2018
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 9,114 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 7,807 miles

panels in way of some test items

Pass 29 Aug 2023 7,686 miles

panels in way of some test items.

Fail 29 Aug 2023 7,686 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect kick up to right (4.1.2 (c))

panels in way of some test items.

Pass 11 Aug 2022 7,078 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 6,063 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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RA18 VFR is a 2018 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 4,407 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 RA18 VFR, 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 8 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA18 VFR registered?

RA18 VFR is a 2018 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 August 2018.

Is RA18 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA18 VFR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RA18 VFR have outstanding finance?

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