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X83 GFA

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,011 mi
Last recorded82,011 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX83 GFA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 82,011 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 81,657 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 81,386 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 81,176 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 5 Apr 2023 81,140 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion on frame

Pass 20 Oct 2021 80,818 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 80,186 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 80,186 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 78,666 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 77,458 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 75,163 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 70,961 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 64,554 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 60,757 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 56,248 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 50,525 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 45,771 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 39,976 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 39,976 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 31,626 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 22,007 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 11,138 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 9,736 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 9,683 miles

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

Front Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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X83 GFA is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 X83 GFA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X83 GFA registered?

X83 GFA is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 October 2000.

Is X83 GFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X83 GFA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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