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STN 274F

1989 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,082 mi
Last recorded1,082 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Piaggio Vespa16,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTN 274F
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 1,082 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 680 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 462 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2024 462 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 432 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 399 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 3,656 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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STN 274F is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 16,270 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 STN 274F, 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 37 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was STN 274F registered?

STN 274F is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is STN 274F safe to buy?

The MOT history for STN 274F shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does STN 274F have outstanding finance?

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