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J777 KNG

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,718 mi
Last recorded29,718 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ777 KNG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 29,718 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 29,590 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 29,061 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 27,890 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 27,226 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 26,612 miles

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 25,468 miles

Rear Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Pass 2 May 2017 24,431 miles

Rear Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 24,423 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 23,195 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 22,846 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

horn could be better

Pass 21 Apr 2014 22,685 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 21,504 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 21,082 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 21,082 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 May 2010 20,815 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 20,815 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 19,567 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 18,892 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 17,284 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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J777 KNG is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 11,763 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 J777 KNG, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J777 KNG registered?

J777 KNG is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is J777 KNG safe to buy?

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