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X157 MKJ

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,924 mi
Last recorded27,924 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX157 MKJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 27,924 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 27,935 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 27,924 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2019 24,878 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 22,603 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 20,752 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 20,001 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 17,608 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 14,650 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 12,941 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 12,941 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 10,376 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 10,376 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2009 7,236 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 5,582 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 2,002 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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X157 MKJ is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 X157 MKJ, 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 X157 MKJ registered?

X157 MKJ is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 October 2000.

Is X157 MKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X157 MKJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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