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VU13 UBY

2013 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,706 mi
Last recorded15,706 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Vespa9,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU13 UBY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2025 15,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 14,477 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 12,375 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 11,199 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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VU13 UBY is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 9,170 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 VU13 UBY, 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 13 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 VU13 UBY registered?

VU13 UBY is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 March 2013.

Is VU13 UBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU13 UBY shows 4 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 VU13 UBY have outstanding finance?

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