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Y284 VNO

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

15,983 mi
Last recorded15,983 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY284 VNO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 15,983 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 15,710 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 15,546 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 14,908 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose rear bracket. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 14,851 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 14,676 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 14,601 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 14,178 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 13,768 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 13,183 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 12,046 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 10,994 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 10,376 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 8,429 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 6,120 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 12,033 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 4,537 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 3,607 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 3,607 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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Y284 VNO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y284 VNO, 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 Y284 VNO registered?

Y284 VNO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 August 2001.

Is Y284 VNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y284 VNO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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