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RX51 XPE

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

2,301 mi
Last recorded2,301 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 XPE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 2,301 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2026 2,277 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2025 2,160 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 1,856 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 1,843 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed badly perrished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2022 1,786 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 1,687 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 1,572 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 1,321 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 1,235 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 933 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 907 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 674 miles

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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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RX51 XPE is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 RX51 XPE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX51 XPE?

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What year was RX51 XPE registered?

RX51 XPE is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is RX51 XPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 XPE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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