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DCZ 5849

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

19,953 mi
Last recorded19,953 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCZ 5849
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 19,953 miles

Front brake disc scored

Fail 5 Aug 2025 19,951 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front brake disc scored

Pass 8 Aug 2024 18,568 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 17,317 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 17,317 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 16,751 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 14,259 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 13,397 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 13,267 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 13,265 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 13,239 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 13,199 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 13,199 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 13,165 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. front fork assembly/front wheel carrier slightly corroded (2.3.1)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded middle frame section slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 13,046 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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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DCZ 5849 is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 11,763 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 DCZ 5849, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DCZ 5849 registered?

DCZ 5849 is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 February 2000.

Is DCZ 5849 safe to buy?

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