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HW09 BEY

2009 Piaggio Vespa S 50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

21,428 mi
Last recorded21,428 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa S 509,244 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW09 BEY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 50
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 21,428 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Jan 2021 21,422 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bad repair silicone used (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole in body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Dec 2020 21,382 miles

Central Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2019 16,150 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 10,378 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 9,386 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded in places (6.1.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 9,379 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 9,164 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 9,164 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014
Fail 1 Mar 2014 7,750 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 6,118 miles

Advise front brake service

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 4,507 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa S 50?

Based on 2,352 MOT tests across 288 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
563
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
288
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 23
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp aim too low 15
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HW09 BEY is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa S 50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Vespa S 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 9,244 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 S 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW09 BEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa S 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Piaggio Vespa S 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HW09 BEY registered?

HW09 BEY is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa S 50, first registered on 7 March 2009.

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