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Y489 NLH

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY489 NLH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013
Pass 22 May 2012 29,687 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 26,390 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 23,038 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 23,038 miles

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

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 18,818 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 12 Apr 2008 16,846 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 16,846 miles

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))

Pass 24 Mar 2007 14,702 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 13,413 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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Y489 NLH is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y489 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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How do I check the history of Y489 NLH?

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What year was Y489 NLH registered?

Y489 NLH is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y489 NLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y489 NLH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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