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D61 DNP

1987 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

15,104 mi
Last recorded15,104 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Piaggio Vespa14,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD61 DNP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 15,104 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 15,088 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 14,961 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 14,729 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jul 2022 14,729 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 14,061 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 13,833 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 13,412 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 13,223 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 13,014 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 12,840 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 12,683 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 12,683 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 12,490 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 12,343 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 12,202 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 12,103 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2010 11,837 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 11,646 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 11,473 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 11,210 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 11,032 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 10,850 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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D61 DNP is a 1987 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1987 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 14,124 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 D61 DNP, 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 39 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D61 DNP registered?

D61 DNP is a 1987 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 1987.

Is D61 DNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D61 DNP shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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