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Y314 CGP

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

7,896 mi
Last recorded7,896 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY314 CGP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2019 7,896 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 7,896 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2011 7,896 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 19 Feb 2011 7,896 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 15 Jan 2010 7,007 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 5,898 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Jan 2009 5,898 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 5,587 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

one of two rear mudguard mounting screws is missing

Pass 19 Jan 2007 5,250 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 4,940 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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Y314 CGP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y314 CGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y314 CGP registered?

Y314 CGP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 May 2001.

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