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VF16 AKV

2016 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,341 mi
Last recorded14,341 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Vespa5,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF16 AKV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2026 14,341 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 12,821 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 11,585 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 9,668 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 8,218 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 6,241 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 4,687 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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VF16 AKV is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 5,493 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 VF16 AKV, 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 10 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VF16 AKV registered?

VF16 AKV is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 August 2016.

Is VF16 AKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF16 AKV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VF16 AKV have outstanding finance?

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