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Y805 CGK

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,678 mi
Last recorded20,678 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY805 CGK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2013 20,678 miles

Both fron indicators have cracks on lences.

Central stand worn.

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Speedo is not working.

Fail 19 Feb 2013 20,678 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Both fron indicators have cracks on lences.

Central stand worn.

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Speedo is not working.

Oil leak from oil tank over exhaust.

Pass 11 Feb 2012 20,678 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 20,678 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 18,067 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 15,055 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

rear shock slow returning

Pass 14 Jan 2008 13,071 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 11,842 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 11,508 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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Y805 CGK is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y805 CGK, 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 Y805 CGK registered?

Y805 CGK is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is Y805 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y805 CGK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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