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GK51 EJL

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

20,277 mi
Last recorded20,277 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 EJL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 20,277 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 20,275 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 17,933 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 17,933 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 15,804 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 15,804 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 13,328 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 10,293 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 10,292 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2009 7,260 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 5,493 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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GK51 EJL is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GK51 EJL, 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 GK51 EJL registered?

GK51 EJL is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 November 2001.

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