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RV61 URH

2011 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

10,104 mi
Last recorded10,104 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Vespa9,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV61 URH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 10,104 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 8,515 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 8,412 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 8,093 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 8,093 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released rear control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2021 6,922 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 6,919 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 6,089 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 4,180 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 4,180 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 2,245 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 1,088 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 748 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 673 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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RV61 URH is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2011 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 9,504 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 RV61 URH, 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 15 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV61 URH registered?

RV61 URH is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is RV61 URH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV61 URH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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