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Y816 NLX

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,242 mi
Last recorded18,242 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY816 NLX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 18,242 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 18,242 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 17,774 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 17,774 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 17,109 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 16,161 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 15,439 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 14,605 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 13,396 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 12,645 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 11,891 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 11,161 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 10,166 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 9,274 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 7,459 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 5,179 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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Y816 NLX is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y816 NLX, 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 Y816 NLX registered?

Y816 NLX is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 July 2001.

Is Y816 NLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y816 NLX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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