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X969 XVG

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,768 mi
Last recorded19,768 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX969 XVG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 19,768 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 19,261 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2015 17,196 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 17,196 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 21 May 2014 14,606 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2013 13,399 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 13,399 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2012 8,195 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 27 May 2011 7,331 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 6,100 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 5,974 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 5,577 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 5,577 miles

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

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

number plate light inop

Pass 18 Aug 2006 5,426 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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X969 XVG is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X969 XVG, 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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What year was X969 XVG registered?

X969 XVG is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 February 2001.

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