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P272 PHY

1996 Vespa T5

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,323 mi
Last recorded12,323 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP272 PHY
MakeVespa
ModelT5
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2006 12,323 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 12,322 miles

Lower Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Centre Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Vespa T5?

Based on 1,136 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Direction indicators not working 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
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P272 PHY is a 1996 Vespa T5 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Vespa T5 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P272 PHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa T5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this Vespa T5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P272 PHY registered?

P272 PHY is a 1996 Vespa T5, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is P272 PHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P272 PHY shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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