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EJ16 XEL

2016 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,969 mi
Last recorded3,969 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Vespa5,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ16 XEL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 3,969 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2025 3,795 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 3,764 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 3,631 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 3,477 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 3,269 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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EJ16 XEL is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 5,493 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 EJ16 XEL, 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 10 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 EJ16 XEL registered?

EJ16 XEL is a 2016 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 May 2016.

Is EJ16 XEL safe to buy?

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