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Y342 KGO

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,082 mi
Last recorded26,082 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY342 KGO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 26,082 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 23,237 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under foot plate corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 21,783 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 20,255 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 20,255 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 19,566 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 17,595 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 17,593 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 17,593 miles

The exhaust is corroded.

Wear noted on the top head bearing.

Pass 23 Jul 2011 17,593 miles

Offside front indicator lens missing.

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 17,595 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside front indicator lense missing.

Pass 22 Jul 2009 17,593 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 16,072 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 13,038 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 13,035 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 11,096 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 9,332 miles

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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Y342 KGO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 Y342 KGO, 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 Y342 KGO registered?

Y342 KGO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 August 2001.

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