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B338 PGX

1999 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

22,750 mi
Last recorded22,750 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB338 PGX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 22,750 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 21,922 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 21,011 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 20,891 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 20,835 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 20,698 miles

Front tyre slightly perished/cracked

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 May 2018 20,378 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 20,101 miles

Oil leak ()

number plate cracked

Pass 19 Sep 2015 19,800 miles

oil leak

rear plate in poor condition

slight insecurity of front headlight unit

Pass 12 Jul 2014 18,721 miles

registration plate deteriorated

Fail 12 Jul 2014 18,721 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

registration plate deteriorated

Pass 2 Aug 2013 17,374 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 15,830 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 15,297 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 15,265 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 15,095 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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B338 PGX is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 B338 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 B338 PGX registered?

B338 PGX is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 June 1999.

Is B338 PGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B338 PGX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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