MOT Status
ValidMileage
18,943 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Direction indicator not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)
Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
center front (leg shield center)motor c ycle stricture slightly corroded
Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Centre Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Px 125?
Based on 20,232 MOT tests across 2,248 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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.
V297 DBV is a 1999 Piaggio Px 125 in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1999 Piaggio Px 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 10,189 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Piaggio Px 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 257 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V297 DBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Piaggio Px 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 27 years old, this Piaggio Px 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of V297 DBV?
You can check the full history of V297 DBV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was V297 DBV registered?
V297 DBV is a 1999 Piaggio Px 125, first registered on 9 September 1999.
Is V297 DBV safe to buy?
The MOT history for V297 DBV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does V297 DBV 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 V297 DBV. 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.