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W551 YBM

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

11,086 mi
Last recorded11,086 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW551 YBM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 11,086 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 11,086 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 10,939 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 10,569 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 10,533 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 10,264 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 10,017 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 10,017 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Sep 2008 10,017 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 10,011 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 8,986 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 8,815 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 8,815 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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W551 YBM is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W551 YBM, 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 W551 YBM registered?

W551 YBM is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 June 2000.

Is W551 YBM safe to buy?

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