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Y723 CGT

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

8,463 mi
Last recorded8,463 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY723 CGT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 8,463 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 8,254 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly cracked not showing white light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 8,254 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly cracked not showing white light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2016 8,175 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 7,913 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 7,875 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 7,783 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 7,780 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 7,507 miles

front tyre flat

Fail 21 Feb 2012 7,505 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

front tyre flat

Pass 16 Feb 2011 7,273 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 7,200 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 7,094 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 7,015 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 6,843 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 6,539 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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Y723 CGT is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y723 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

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What year was Y723 CGT registered?

Y723 CGT is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 March 2001.

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