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PMY 209W

1981 Piaggio Vespa 50

Orange Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,009 mi
Last recorded53,009 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 209W
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa 50
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 53,009 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 51,215 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 50,371 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

No lights fitted at time of test

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Oct 2011 50,371 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 49,685 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 49,685 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 49,344 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 49,136 miles

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 48,709 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 46,207 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 43,531 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa 50?

Based on 795 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Throttle operating incorrectly 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 8
wheel bearings are excessively rough 8
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PMY 209W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa 50 in Orange with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMY 209W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 45 years old, this Piaggio Vespa 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PMY 209W registered?

PMY 209W is a 1981 Piaggio Vespa 50, first registered on 20 April 1981.

Is PMY 209W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 209W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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