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E229 XJO

1987 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

8,191 mi
Last recorded8,191 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 1987 Piaggio Vespa14,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE229 XJO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 8,191 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 8,088 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 8,019 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 5,926 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 5,869 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 5,734 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 5,672 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 5,619 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 5,619 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 5,591 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 5,585 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 May 2013 5,424 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 5,378 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 5,366 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 5,318 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 5,170 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2005 4,996 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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E229 XJO is a 1987 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 E229 XJO, 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 E229 XJO registered?

E229 XJO is a 1987 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 December 1987.

Is E229 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E229 XJO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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