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T242 NMJ

1999 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,310 mi
Last recorded18,310 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT242 NMJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 May 2019 18,310 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 16,146 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 13,031 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 11,016 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 9,442 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 8,145 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 May 2012 6,959 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 5,288 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2009 1,349 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 859 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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T242 NMJ is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T242 NMJ, 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 T242 NMJ registered?

T242 NMJ is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 August 1999.

Is T242 NMJ safe to buy?

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