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X279 CNP

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

5,379 mi
Last recorded5,379 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX279 CNP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 5,379 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2016 4,347 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 4,347 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 3,785 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 3,531 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 3,531 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 May 2013 3,463 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 3,107 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2012 3,107 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 1,664 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 15 Mar 2011 1,664 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 961 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 936 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 882 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 833 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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X279 CNP is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 X279 CNP, 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 X279 CNP registered?

X279 CNP is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2000.

Is X279 CNP safe to buy?

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