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X523 MGJ

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

16,618 mi
Last recorded16,618 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX523 MGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 16,618 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 16,618 miles

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)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 16,216 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 16,007 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 15,806 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 15,634 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 15,634 miles

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)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 15,198 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

nearside mirror broken

Fail 29 Apr 2010 14,801 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 14,801 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 14,139 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,424 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 13,424 miles

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)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 12,708 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 12,097 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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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.

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