MOT Status
ValidMileage
28,235 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Shock spring corroded
Rear Shock spring corroded
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
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))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
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))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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