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YX51 HUZ

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,371 mi
Last recorded10,371 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX51 HUZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 10,371 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 10,360 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2021 9,411 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 8,380 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 8,080 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 7,816 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 7,791 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2006 7,116 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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YX51 HUZ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YX51 HUZ, 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 YX51 HUZ registered?

YX51 HUZ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is YX51 HUZ safe to buy?

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