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Y835 XFV

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,534 mi
Last recorded45,534 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY835 XFV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 45,534 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 21,159 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 10,076 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 7,677 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 1,543 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 8,233 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2011 8,233 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 7,462 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 Jul 2010 7,462 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 6,602 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 6,602 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2008 5,212 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 4,248 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 3,772 miles
Pass 19 May 2005 3,157 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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Y835 XFV is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y835 XFV, 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 Y835 XFV registered?

Y835 XFV is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is Y835 XFV safe to buy?

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