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Y986 HMV

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

17,903 mi
Last recorded17,903 miles
Recorded on6 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY986 HMV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2015 17,903 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 6 May 2015 17,903 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2014 17,903 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 17,903 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 17,902 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 17,902 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 May 2011 16,529 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 14,543 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 14,543 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 13,633 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 12,486 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2006 8,802 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2006 8,802 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2006 8,792 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

main stand excessively stiff and not returning upwards on spring action.

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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Y986 HMV is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y986 HMV, 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 Y986 HMV registered?

Y986 HMV is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 March 2001.

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