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Y327 CGP

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

20,822 mi
Last recorded20,822 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY327 CGP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 20,822 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 20,822 miles

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 20,814 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 20,814 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2017 19,970 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 19,178 miles

Centre Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 18,643 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 6 May 2014 18,627 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 18,382 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 17,127 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 15,769 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 14,019 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 12,622 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 10,903 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 9,986 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 9,130 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 9,125 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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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Y327 CGP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 Y327 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.

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What year was Y327 CGP registered?

Y327 CGP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 April 2001.

Is Y327 CGP safe to buy?

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