MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,618 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
nearside mirror broken
Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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X523 MGJ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 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 X523 MGJ, 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 X523 MGJ registered?
X523 MGJ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 January 2001.
Is X523 MGJ safe to buy?
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