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Y134 RTP

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

13,811 mi
Last recorded13,811 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY134 RTP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2013 13,811 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Mar 2013 13,811 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 30,167 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 28,458 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 28,458 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Leg shield so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 23,992 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 23,942 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2008 20,479 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 18,522 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2006 16,265 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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Y134 RTP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y134 RTP, 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 Y134 RTP registered?

Y134 RTP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 May 2001.

Is Y134 RTP safe to buy?

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