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X578 EGS

2000 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,435 mi
Last recorded5,435 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX578 EGS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2016 5,435 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 5,435 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 14,600 miles

Centre Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 14,600 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 12,161 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 12,161 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 May 2010 9,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 May 2010 9,804 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 8,907 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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X578 EGS is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X578 EGS, 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 X578 EGS registered?

X578 EGS is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 September 2000.

Is X578 EGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X578 EGS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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