CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y642 CGT

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

34,490 mi
Last recorded34,490 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY642 CGT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 34,490 miles

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 28 Sep 2015 34,490 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 33,246 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 33,246 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Outer Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

top box and rack loose

Pass 5 Dec 2012 30,608 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

front fender damaged

Fail 16 Nov 2012 30,608 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

front fender damaged

Pass 19 Sep 2011 27,739 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 26,214 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 24,611 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 24,611 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 22,034 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 20,344 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 20,344 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 3 Mar 2007 16,045 miles

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

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 16,045 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2006 14,821 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2006 14,821 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
Full Piaggio Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y642 CGT is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 Y642 CGT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y642 CGT?

You can check the full history of Y642 CGT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y642 CGT registered?

Y642 CGT is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y642 CGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y642 CGT shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y642 CGT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y642 CGT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.