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P18 PCN

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

3,900 mi
Last recorded3,900 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP18 PCN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 3,900 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2023 3,900 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 3,750 miles

Front brake fluid may need changing

Pass 6 Jul 2019 3,707 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 3,665 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 3,590 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 3,505 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 3,419 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 3,263 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 3,256 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 3,256 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 3,177 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 3,035 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 2,819 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 2,611 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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P18 PCN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P18 PCN, 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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How do I check the history of P18 PCN?

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What year was P18 PCN registered?

P18 PCN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is P18 PCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P18 PCN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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