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Y436 DGP

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,336 mi
Last recorded26,336 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY436 DGP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2013 26,336 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 24,375 miles

Inner Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 21,874 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 20,190 miles

Nail in front tyre

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 17,489 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 15,487 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 15,487 miles

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 12,057 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 12,057 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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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Y436 DGP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y436 DGP, 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 Y436 DGP registered?

Y436 DGP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 July 2001.

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