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FE51 SFU

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,968 mi
Last recorded11,968 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 SFU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 11,968 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 11,791 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 11,695 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jul 2024 11,695 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 11,416 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 10,927 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2022 10,924 miles

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 10,664 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 10,420 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 9,980 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 9,606 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 8,829 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Unable to clearly see front Brake pads, but do look to be low. (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2016 8,190 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 7,546 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 7,546 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 6,491 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 5,668 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 5,668 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 4,648 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 4,648 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 3,873 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 3,873 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 May 2010 3,432 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 2,601 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 2,000 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 1,724 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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FE51 SFU is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FE51 SFU, 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

How do I check the history of FE51 SFU?

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What year was FE51 SFU registered?

FE51 SFU is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FE51 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 SFU shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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