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GX51 VTE

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

10,840 mi
Last recorded10,840 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 VTE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 10,840 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 10,175 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 May 2022 10,166 miles

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

Front brake slightly binding

Pass 17 Apr 2021 7,449 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 7,009 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 7,009 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 6,461 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 6,461 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 5,428 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 4,758 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 4,266 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 4,266 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 3,314 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 3,296 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 3,213 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 2,933 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 2,914 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 2,873 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 2,554 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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GX51 VTE is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GX51 VTE, 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 GX51 VTE registered?

GX51 VTE is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is GX51 VTE safe to buy?

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