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X49 JRP

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,324 mi
Last recorded16,324 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX49 JRP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 16,324 miles

Nearside Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess screws fitted to take out play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess screw fitted to take out play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2026 16,324 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Too high incorrect pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure Does not lock shut rider passenger seat combine (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle stuck high rev / have to apply hand brake hard to stop bike (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess Mounting bush has had screws fitted into bush to take out play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess Mounting bush has has screws fitted into bush to take out play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 16,324 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Too high incorrect pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort Rear brake fluctuation (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure Does not lock shut rider passenger seat combine (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle stuck high rev / have to apply hand brake hard to stop bike (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess Mounting bush has had screws fitted into bush to take out play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess Mounting bush has has screws fitted into bush to take out play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 16,318 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 16,180 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 15,862 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 14,964 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 14,085 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 12,989 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 12,504 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 11,529 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 11,454 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 10,841 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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X49 JRP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 X49 JRP, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X49 JRP registered?

X49 JRP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 January 2001.

Is X49 JRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X49 JRP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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