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W649 VGJ

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,942 mi
Last recorded20,942 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW649 VGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 20,942 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 20,856 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 20,413 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 20,140 miles

Centre Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front tyre showing signs of cracking

Pass 26 Feb 2011 18,703 miles

Front Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 18,703 miles

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

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Front Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 17,333 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 20,934 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front and rear tyre pressure low

Pass 1 Sep 2008 20,102 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 18,747 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 18,688 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 13,245 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 13,245 miles

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

Rear Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

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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W649 VGJ 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 76.9%.

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 W649 VGJ, 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 W649 VGJ registered?

W649 VGJ is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 March 2000.

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