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Y992 XEW

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

10,983 mi
Last recorded10,983 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY992 XEW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 10,983 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 10,961 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 10,716 miles

bodywork slightly damaged

Pass 22 Aug 2020 10,290 miles

rear shock absorber damping low

slight bodywork damage

Pass 21 Sep 2019 10,060 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

bodywork slightly damaged

Pass 30 Nov 2013 10,033 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 4 Dec 2012 9,706 miles

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

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 9,706 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 8,671 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 8,538 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 7,902 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 7,118 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 6,632 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 5,544 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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Y992 XEW is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 Y992 XEW, 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 Y992 XEW registered?

Y992 XEW is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 June 2001.

Is Y992 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y992 XEW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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