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X840 VNJ

2000 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

25,368 mi
Last recorded25,368 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX840 VNJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 25,368 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 25,368 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 25,320 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 25,320 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 25,211 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 25,128 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 25,128 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Sep 2014 24,633 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 24,633 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 24,633 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 26 Sep 2013 24,633 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 24,633 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 24,633 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 24,633 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 23,944 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 21,825 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 21,825 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 18,876 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 18,876 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 16,243 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 14,231 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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X840 VNJ is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 X840 VNJ, 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 X840 VNJ registered?

X840 VNJ is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 September 2000.

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