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HW61 CHJ

2011 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,625 mi
Last recorded21,625 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Vespa9,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW61 CHJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 21,625 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 19,604 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 18,165 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 18,109 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Dec 2017 18,109 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 17,381 miles

Central Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 16,354 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. fork leg (2.3.1)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front tyre starting to perish

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2014 15,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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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HW61 CHJ is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2011 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 9,504 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HW61 CHJ, 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 15 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW61 CHJ registered?

HW61 CHJ is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 November 2011.

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The MOT history for HW61 CHJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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