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YS51 BDO

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,997 mi
Last recorded7,997 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS51 BDO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 7,997 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2025 7,596 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 7,389 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 7,249 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 7,231 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 7,081 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 7,003 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 6,973 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 6,958 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 6,882 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 6,867 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 6,821 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 6,252 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 5,657 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 4,851 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 4,464 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 3,732 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 3,244 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 2,712 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 2,201 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 1,880 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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YS51 BDO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YS51 BDO, 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 YS51 BDO registered?

YS51 BDO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is YS51 BDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS51 BDO shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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