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X542 VRL

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2020
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,303 mi
Last recorded43,303 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX542 VRL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2019 43,303 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 42,861 miles

Rear numberplate is undersize but can be read from 15 metres

Pass 8 Feb 2017 42,371 miles

number plate is undersize but can be read from 15 metres.

Pass 17 Feb 2016 42,058 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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X542 VRL is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X542 VRL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X542 VRL registered?

X542 VRL is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X542 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X542 VRL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X542 VRL have outstanding finance?

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