MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,919 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)
Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)
Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W143 VLD is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.
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 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 W143 VLD, 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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W143 VLD is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 March 2000.
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