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W248 VGT

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,396 mi
Last recorded16,396 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW248 VGT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 16,396 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 16,346 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2019 16,346 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 16,186 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Feb 2017 15,911 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 15,714 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 15,492 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 15,299 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 14,724 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 14,308 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 14,308 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 14,073 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 14,070 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 13,691 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 12,629 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 11,976 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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W248 VGT is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W248 VGT, 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 W248 VGT registered?

W248 VGT is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 April 2000.

Is W248 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W248 VGT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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