MOT Status
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33,469 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Tyre is seriously underinflated
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
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Y246 HGX is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 Y246 HGX, 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 Y246 HGX registered?
Y246 HGX is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 March 2001.
Is Y246 HGX safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y246 HGX shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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