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X283 LGU

2000 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,715 mi
Last recorded19,715 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX283 LGU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2015 19,715 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 19,715 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 18,238 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 17,192 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 17,129 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 17,129 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 16,808 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 15,262 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 14,181 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 12,063 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 9,225 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 9,225 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 13 Jan 2007 6,265 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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X283 LGU is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X283 LGU, 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 X283 LGU registered?

X283 LGU is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 November 2000.

Is X283 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X283 LGU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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