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FD51 DFO

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

34,516 mi
Last recorded34,516 miles
Recorded on24 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 DFO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2021 34,516 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 34,358 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 34,195 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded floor area (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 33,950 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 33,189 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 31,259 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 30,362 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 28,685 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 27,918 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 27,918 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 25,072 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 22,333 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 19,692 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 18,610 miles

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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FD51 DFO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FD51 DFO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD51 DFO registered?

FD51 DFO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is FD51 DFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD51 DFO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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