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T168 WGJ

1999 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,906 mi
Last recorded23,906 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT168 WGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 23,906 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 23,588 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 23,126 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 23,126 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 22,596 miles

hand grips taped

slight play rear wheel

Pass 4 Jul 2012 20,803 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 4 Jul 2012 20,803 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 19,403 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 19,003 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 17,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Aug 2008 16,023 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 14,446 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 13,088 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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T168 WGJ is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 12,554 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 T168 WGJ, 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 27 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T168 WGJ registered?

T168 WGJ is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 May 1999.

Is T168 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T168 WGJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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