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Y482 NLN

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,178 mi
Last recorded17,178 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY482 NLN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2022 17,178 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2021 17,170 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

center frame has large repair

Fail 4 Jul 2021 17,129 miles

Motorcycle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 17,094 miles

frame corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2013 17,044 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 17,029 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 16,723 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 16,671 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front tyre cracked ( no cords showing )

Pass 6 Sep 2007 16,641 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 16,256 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 11 Sep 2006 16,256 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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Y482 NLN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y482 NLN, 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 Y482 NLN registered?

Y482 NLN is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is Y482 NLN safe to buy?

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