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Y78 NLF

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

13,903 mi
Last recorded13,903 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY78 NLF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 13,903 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 12,468 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 10,176 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 8,115 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 6,437 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 4,012 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 20,675 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 19,370 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 18,472 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 32,276 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 9 Jun 2014 30,133 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 30,133 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 28,350 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 28,204 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 26,824 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 26,643 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 24,683 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 22,557 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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Y78 NLF is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 11,763 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 Y78 NLF, 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 26 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 Y78 NLF registered?

Y78 NLF is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is Y78 NLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y78 NLF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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