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S157 RVU

1999 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,714 mi
Last recorded10,714 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Vespa12,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS157 RVU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2025 10,714 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 10,626 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 10,424 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock has slightly reduced damping

Pass 24 Oct 2018 10,012 miles

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

Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play in sidecar wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 10,004 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 10,004 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 9,009 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 9,009 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 9,009 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 9,009 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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S157 RVU is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S157 RVU, 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 S157 RVU?

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What year was S157 RVU registered?

S157 RVU is a 1999 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S157 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S157 RVU shows 10 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 S157 RVU have outstanding finance?

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