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V197 EWF

1999 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

7,719 mi
Last recorded7,719 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV197 EWF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 7,719 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 7,457 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 7,060 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 6,560 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 6,189 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 6,189 miles

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 May 2011 5,809 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2011 5,809 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 3,928 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 3,168 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 May 2007 3,168 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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V197 EWF is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 V197 EWF, 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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How do I check the history of V197 EWF?

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What year was V197 EWF registered?

V197 EWF is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 October 1999.

Is V197 EWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V197 EWF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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