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X524 FGT

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,313 mi
Last recorded19,313 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX524 FGT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 19,313 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 16,862 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 12,847 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 12,847 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake drum(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 11,518 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 10,381 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 9,778 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 17 May 2011 9,778 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 20 May 2010 9,748 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 9,684 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 9,062 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 8,024 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 8,024 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2005 6,891 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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X524 FGT is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X524 FGT, 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.

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What year was X524 FGT registered?

X524 FGT is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 October 2000.

Is X524 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X524 FGT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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