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T79 BLM

1999 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,638 mi
Last recorded18,638 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT79 BLM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 18,638 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 15,579 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 13,362 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 12,125 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 11,758 miles

Centre Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 10,993 miles

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

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

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 10,989 miles

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 26 May 2011 10,604 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 11,769 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 11,769 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 May 2009 9,712 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 9,238 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 8,586 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 8,100 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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T79 BLM is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T79 BLM, 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 T79 BLM registered?

T79 BLM is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 June 1999.

Is T79 BLM safe to buy?

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