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W234 BJN

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,992 mi
Last recorded11,992 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW234 BJN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 11,992 miles
Fail 17 May 2025 11,992 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 8,918 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 6,411 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 3,841 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 3,470 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 3,413 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 3,362 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 3,330 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 3,260 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 3,246 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 3,084 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 2,196 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 2,863 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 2,852 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 2,660 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 2,392 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 2,164 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 2,042 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 1,920 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 1,741 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 1,588 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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W234 BJN is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W234 BJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W234 BJN registered?

W234 BJN is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 March 2000.

Is W234 BJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W234 BJN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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