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J7 WFC

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,130 mi
Last recorded66,130 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ7 WFC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 66,130 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 64,591 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 63,156 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 60,518 miles

Rear oil leak /oil contamination

Pass 19 Aug 2019 58,436 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 55,250 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 52,373 miles

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 5 Aug 2016 48,178 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 44,774 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 40,779 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 40,770 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 39,308 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 32,320 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 21,337 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 12,146 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 8,763 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 8,763 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 8,173 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 8,173 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2007 8,077 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 8,077 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 6,897 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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J7 WFC is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 J7 WFC, 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 J7 WFC registered?

J7 WFC is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 July 2001.

Is J7 WFC safe to buy?

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