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MPLS
Actually, I think MPLS is covered on the ISCW test. I haven't run across it in the CiscoPress books or on Cisco's test overview info in my BSCI studies.
Regardless, you will need them at some point in your CCNP studies if you wants hands-on practice on all of the covered technologies.
Also, the 3640 routers are good economical choices. They are modular, so you can throw in most any kind of interfaces that you need. Plus, they run the latest IOS. They are good routers to use as the bulk of your lab with a few 1841s thrown in for the extra features.
If I were to be buying a CCNA lab with the CCNP in mind, I would start with just the 3640s for yor routers. They will do everything that you need for the CCNA. When it comes time to do your CCNP, grab a few 1841s when you need the extra features that they can provide.