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FJ51 NNL

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

14,016 mi
Last recorded14,016 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 NNL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 14,016 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 14,016 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2014 13,970 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 13,269 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 13,257 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 11,220 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 11,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 7,516 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 7,516 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2010 7,516 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 7,516 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 4,140 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 2,386 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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FJ51 NNL is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FJ51 NNL, 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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What year was FJ51 NNL registered?

FJ51 NNL is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 September 2001.

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