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F950 PYM

1988 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

1,804 mi
Last recorded1,804 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Piaggio Vespa16,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF950 PYM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 1,804 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 1,148 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 1,073 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 482 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 13 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 2 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 34,029 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 34,029 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 34,029 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 34,029 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 34,029 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 34,029 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 34,029 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 34,029 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 34,029 miles

Front Brake cable has a significantly damaged outer casing. (3.2.A1b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 34,029 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 34,029 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 32,495 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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F950 PYM is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1988 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 16,625 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 F950 PYM, 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 38 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F950 PYM registered?

F950 PYM is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 December 1988.

Is F950 PYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F950 PYM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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