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Y606 CGP

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

12,299 mi
Last recorded12,299 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY606 CGP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 12,299 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 10,020 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 6,588 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 12,508 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Fail 6 Nov 2006 12,508 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

rear carrier insecure

Fail 27 Oct 2006 12,504 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

rear carrier insecure

Pass 25 May 2006 12,035 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 12,035 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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Y606 CGP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y606 CGP, 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 Y606 CGP registered?

Y606 CGP is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is Y606 CGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y606 CGP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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