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X517 RHG

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

15,304 mi
Last recorded15,304 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX517 RHG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 15,304 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 15,304 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2023 15,395 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 15,300 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 15,308 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 15,394 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 15,207 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 14,957 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 14,957 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 19 May 2016 14,957 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 14,386 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 14,386 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2014 13,227 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 13,227 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 11,021 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 8,071 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 7,987 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 4,997 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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X517 RHG is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 X517 RHG, 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

How do I check the history of X517 RHG?

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What year was X517 RHG registered?

X517 RHG is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2000.

Is X517 RHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X517 RHG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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