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Y831 FYB

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,976 mi
Last recorded31,976 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY831 FYB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 31,976 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 29,621 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 28,809 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 28,809 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 25,584 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 22,788 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 19,693 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 16,587 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 12,387 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 11,646 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 8,297 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 4,664 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 12 May 2007 721 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 102 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 102 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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Y831 FYB is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y831 FYB, 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 Y831 FYB registered?

Y831 FYB is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 July 2001.

Is Y831 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y831 FYB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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