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T258 BBW

1999 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

25,264 mi
Last recorded25,264 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT258 BBW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 25,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 25,064 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 24,407 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 23,760 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2019 23,760 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 23,040 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 25 Jan 2018 23,040 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 22,334 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded leg shield (6.1.1a)

Fail 26 Jan 2017 22,334 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded leg shield (6.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 21,504 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 20,298 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 19,311 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 18,139 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 16,593 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 14,978 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 13,063 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 11,109 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 9,501 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 8,243 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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T258 BBW is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 T258 BBW, 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.

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What year was T258 BBW registered?

T258 BBW is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 May 1999.

Is T258 BBW safe to buy?

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