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X143 HJF

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

4,749 mi
Last recorded4,749 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX143 HJF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 4,749 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2017 4,749 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

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

Fail 29 Aug 2012 4,747 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 4,747 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 4,737 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 4,737 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 4,698 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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X143 HJF is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 X143 HJF, 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 X143 HJF registered?

X143 HJF is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 December 2000.

Is X143 HJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X143 HJF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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