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W271 VGT

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,032 mi
Last recorded13,032 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2014
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW271 VGT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2014 13,032 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 12,474 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 12,304 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 9,906 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 9,822 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

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

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 6,860 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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W271 VGT is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 W271 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 W271 VGT registered?

W271 VGT is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 March 2000.

Is W271 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W271 VGT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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