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X298 HLT

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,004 mi
Last recorded19,004 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX298 HLT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 19,004 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit can not be seen (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 18,420 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake pads and fluid can not be seen on this model

Pass 14 Nov 2014 17,003 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake pad wear and brake fluid level can not be verified on this model

Pass 25 May 2013 15,649 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 15,607 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 15,594 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 15,200 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 14,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 14,958 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2007 14,814 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 12,980 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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X298 HLT is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X298 HLT, 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 X298 HLT registered?

X298 HLT is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 December 2000.

Is X298 HLT safe to buy?

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