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X249 ECE

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,858 mi
Last recorded9,858 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX249 ECE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 9,858 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slightly corroded under side of bodywork (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 9,858 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slightly corroded under side of bodywork (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 9,845 miles

Brake component is slightly distorted rear brake has slight fluctuation when operated (3.1.5)

Fail 8 Jun 2017 9,845 miles

Brake component is slightly distorted rear brake has slight fluctuation when operated (3.1.5)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2016 9,585 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 9,583 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 9,432 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 9,432 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 9,312 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 9,027 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 8,823 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 8,796 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 7,481 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2007

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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X249 ECE is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 X249 ECE, 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 X249 ECE registered?

X249 ECE is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 November 2000.

Is X249 ECE safe to buy?

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