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X493 VDY

2000 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,256 mi
Last recorded13,256 miles
Recorded on30 May 2020
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX493 VDY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2020 13,256 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 13,250 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 13,202 miles

underside of footwell rusty

Pass 27 Sep 2014 12,859 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 12,853 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 12,088 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 11,586 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 10,502 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 9,547 miles

cut in rear tyre not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 9 Sep 2009 8,181 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 6,943 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 5,242 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 4,128 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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X493 VDY is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 X493 VDY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X493 VDY registered?

X493 VDY is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 September 2000.

Is X493 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X493 VDY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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