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W256 PJT

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

22,913 mi
Last recorded22,913 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW256 PJT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 22,913 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 22,422 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 21,915 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 21,433 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 21,264 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 20,860 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 20,308 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 20,219 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 20,157 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 19,733 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 19,184 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 17,610 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2012 14,193 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 9,530 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 7,942 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 4,808 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 2,183 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 2,183 miles

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 710 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 399 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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W256 PJT is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 W256 PJT, 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 W256 PJT registered?

W256 PJT is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W256 PJT safe to buy?

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