MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,693 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
Rear All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
nail in rear tyre
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y122 DBY is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.
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 Y122 DBY, 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 Y122 DBY registered?
Y122 DBY is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 August 2001.
Is Y122 DBY safe to buy?
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