May have purchased a stolen vespa - need advice

[scoletti]

I think my recently purchased Vespa Gts Super Sport may have been a stolen scooter.

Private purchase. 2012 plate.

It wasn't reported stolen on the two HPI checks I did, based on number plate checks.

VIN number on frame has been ground off, only noticed a month after purchase when I took it in for a service. I failed to look for VIN number and check it against V5.

VIN number in V5 has different description to the vespa I'm actually riding!

I will have get the police to check it over, and see if they can check if the vespa was reported stolen.

I suspect I will lose the vespa, and the money I paid for it.

I have copies of driving licence of the seller, in case there was a problem.

If the police confirm it is stolen, then I will have to chase the seller for a refund through the small claims court!

I assume it will be returned to original owner or insurance company who paid out if the vespa was reported stolen.

Anyone been in a similar situation!?

[sbwnik]

I'm afraid, that in short, you're screwed. Having copies of the driving licence won't help you much unless you can prove that he is the seller.


Sorry

[bryno]

Was the V5 in the same name and address of the person who's licence you have a copy of?