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B286 PGX

1999 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

696 mi
Last recorded696 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB286 PGX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 696 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 430 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 6 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 22,600 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 22,097 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 21,757 miles

oil leaks

side damage

tape on head light

Fail 7 May 2014 21,756 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

oil leaks

side damage

tape on head light

Pass 29 May 2013 21,507 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 21,215 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 21,210 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2011 18,760 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 18,421 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 18,421 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 17,409 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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B286 PGX is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 B286 PGX, 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 B286 PGX registered?

B286 PGX is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is B286 PGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B286 PGX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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