MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
7,906 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)
Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BU51 XTJ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 2001 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 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 BU51 XTJ, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of BU51 XTJ?
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What year was BU51 XTJ registered?
BU51 XTJ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 December 2001.
Is BU51 XTJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for BU51 XTJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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