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Y223 TGN

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,046 mi
Last recorded3,046 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY223 TGN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 3,046 miles

Front front tyre starting to perish between tread

Pass 13 May 2021 3,026 miles

both tyres are 21 years old

Fail 8 May 2021 3,026 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat slightly loose seat does not always lock on first attempt it wants a new catch but at the moment it is now closed (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

both tyres are 21 years old

Pass 5 Apr 2019 2,070 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 922 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 838 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 835 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 780 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 707 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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Y223 TGN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y223 TGN, 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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How do I check the history of Y223 TGN?

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What year was Y223 TGN registered?

Y223 TGN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 June 2001.

Is Y223 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y223 TGN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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