CarVerify

Free Car Check

FSL 983

1999 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,855 mi
Last recorded55,855 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSL 983
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2025 55,855 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 55,855 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 55,855 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 55,855 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 55,855 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 55,855 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 55,855 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 55,855 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 55,855 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

swinging arm bushes has slight play

Pass 30 Jun 2014 55,855 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 55,855 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 55,855 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 55,855 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 55,855 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 55,855 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 55,855 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 55,855 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
Full Piaggio Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FSL 983 is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FSL 983, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FSL 983?

You can check the full history of FSL 983 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FSL 983 registered?

FSL 983 is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 November 1999.

Is FSL 983 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSL 983 shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FSL 983 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FSL 983. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.