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Y119 CGN

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

38,838 mi
Last recorded38,838 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY119 CGN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2022 38,838 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 36,274 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 36,265 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 31,282 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 26,313 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 22,045 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 16,155 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 13,464 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 13,464 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 18 Oct 2010 10,571 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 8,202 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 11,140 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 11,140 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 11,140 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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Y119 CGN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc 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 Y119 CGN, 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 Y119 CGN registered?

Y119 CGN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y119 CGN safe to buy?

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