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Y698 SNB

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

4,867 mi
Last recorded4,867 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY698 SNB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 4,867 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 4,857 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 4,808 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 4,783 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 4,544 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 4,542 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 4,542 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 4,499 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 4,203 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 3,798 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 3,556 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 3,556 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 3,485 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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Y698 SNB is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y698 SNB, 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 Y698 SNB?

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What year was Y698 SNB registered?

Y698 SNB is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y698 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y698 SNB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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