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V224 DCW

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

946 mi
Last recorded946 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV224 DCW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 946 miles

Rear multiple cracks in sidewall. replacement recommended.

Pass 22 Jun 2024 939 miles

slight cracking in front tyre

slight cracking in rear tyre

Pass 28 Jun 2023 938 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 918 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 879 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2019 879 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 Dec 2018 836 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 800 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 772 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 686 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 660 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 619 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 590 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 557 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 489 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 466 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 438 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 420 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 376 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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V224 DCW is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 11,763 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 V224 DCW, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V224 DCW registered?

V224 DCW is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 January 2000.

Is V224 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V224 DCW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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