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W393 DGF

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

15,812 mi
Last recorded15,812 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW393 DGF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2020 15,812 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 15,756 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 15,752 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 15,512 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 15,510 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 15,296 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 15,290 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 15,166 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 15,166 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 14,946 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 10,759 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 10,749 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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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W393 DGF is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Blue 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 W393 DGF, 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 W393 DGF registered?

W393 DGF is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 June 2000.

Is W393 DGF safe to buy?

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