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YL51 XBO

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,497 mi
Last recorded15,497 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL51 XBO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 15,497 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 15,082 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 14,632 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 14,632 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 14,110 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 13,296 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 4 Apr 2012 13,287 miles

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

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

mirrors missing

Pass 16 May 2009 11,890 miles

Morrors missing

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 8,807 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 8,216 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 16 Dec 2005 6,869 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 6,869 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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YL51 XBO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 YL51 XBO, 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 YL51 XBO registered?

YL51 XBO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 October 2001.

Is YL51 XBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL51 XBO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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