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PO51 SVK

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

20,401 mi
Last recorded20,401 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 SVK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2022 20,401 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 19,431 miles

Nearside Rear Indicator lens cover is taped over as repair.

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 17,893 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 17,893 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 17,527 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear lower body damaged

Pass 4 Apr 2018 16,408 miles

Nearside Rear Lower BODY PANEL SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Offside Rear Lower BODY PANEL SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Pass 13 Jul 2017 16,188 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 16,188 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 14,191 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 14,191 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 11,395 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 6,279 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 6,279 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

mirror not secure

Pass 24 Jul 2013 5,730 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 8,336 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 May 2011 5,656 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 3,924 miles

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

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

poor headlamp pattern

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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PO51 SVK is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PO51 SVK, 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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PO51 SVK is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 September 2001.

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