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Y234 TGN

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,235 mi
Last recorded28,235 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY234 TGN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 28,235 miles

Front Shock spring corroded

Rear Shock spring corroded

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 May 2026 28,107 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Shock spring corroded

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock spring corroded

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 27,814 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 27,649 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 27,649 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected Due to brake adjustment (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Due to incorrect brake adjustment (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 25,838 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 21,796 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 19,613 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 19,345 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 17,134 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 15,483 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2012 15,483 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 13,300 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 13,300 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 10,913 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 5,625 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 6,546 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 4,464 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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Y234 TGN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y234 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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What year was Y234 TGN registered?

Y234 TGN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 May 2001.

Is Y234 TGN safe to buy?

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