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X243 OGP

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,005 mi
Last recorded12,005 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX243 OGP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 12,005 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 18,078 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 17,628 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2018 17,628 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 17,230 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 16,846 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 16,846 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2014 16,509 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 16,156 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2011 14,307 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 13,592 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 12,270 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 11,044 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 8,585 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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X243 OGP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 X243 OGP, 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 25 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 X243 OGP registered?

X243 OGP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is X243 OGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X243 OGP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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