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P581 TBJ

1996 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,977 mi
Last recorded22,977 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Vespa ET48,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP581 TBJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2016 22,977 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 18,818 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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P581 TBJ is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 8,824 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P581 TBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P581 TBJ registered?

P581 TBJ is a 1996 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P581 TBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P581 TBJ shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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