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Y971 CGT

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,290 mi
Last recorded19,290 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY971 CGT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 19,290 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 1,470 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 9,012 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 7,147 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 7,099 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 6,637 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 6,637 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2007 5,812 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 4,518 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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Y971 CGT is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc 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 Y971 CGT, 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 Y971 CGT registered?

Y971 CGT is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 April 2001.

Is Y971 CGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y971 CGT 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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