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Y394 NLH

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

26,518 mi
Last recorded26,518 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY394 NLH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2014 26,518 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 21 Jul 2014 26,518 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 24,295 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 22,639 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 20,905 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2011 20,905 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 18,836 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 18,203 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 18,203 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 17,434 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 16,979 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 14,863 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 14,863 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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Y394 NLH is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 Y394 NLH, 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 Y394 NLH registered?

Y394 NLH is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 April 2001.

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