MOT Status
ValidMileage
21,521 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
front tyre cracking
All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
front tyre cracking
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y242 PDN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 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 Y242 PDN, 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 Y242 PDN registered?
Y242 PDN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 June 2001.
Is Y242 PDN safe to buy?
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