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X586 MGN

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

19,660 mi
Last recorded19,660 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX586 MGN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 19,660 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 21,063 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 20,108 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 20,108 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2011 16,377 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 16,377 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 12,919 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 8,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Jul 2009 8,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 4,765 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 4,757 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 4,757 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Vehicle identification number has more than one different number displayed (6.3.5b)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 4,757 miles

VIN on sticker differs from that embossed on the chassis bu one digit. Sticker shows zapm1900001016631.

Fail 28 Jun 2006 4,757 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

VIN on sticker differs from embossed on chassis by one digit.016631 should be 010631

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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X586 MGN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 X586 MGN, 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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X586 MGN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 January 2001.

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