MOT Status
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18,864 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
No seal in fuel cap but not leaking.
Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
No seal in fuel cap but not leaking.
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
both front and rear tyres leaking
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS
both front and rear tyres leaking
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
front tyre pressure low
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
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))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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Y787 GWS is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.
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 Y787 GWS, 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 Y787 GWS registered?
Y787 GWS is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 2001.
Is Y787 GWS safe to buy?
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