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YDU 544

1959 Piaggio Vespa

Brown Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,540 mi
Last recorded6,540 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDU 544
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1959
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2013 6,540 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 6,540 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 6,540 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 6,540 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 6,540 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 6,540 miles

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Outer Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 28 Mar 2009 6,540 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 13 Jun 2007 6,540 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 6,540 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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YDU 544 is a 1959 Piaggio Vespa in Brown with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YDU 544, 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 67 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 YDU 544 registered?

YDU 544 is a 1959 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 January 1959.

Is YDU 544 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDU 544 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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