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G509 XLY

1989 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,399 mi
Last recorded24,399 miles
Recorded on14 May 2022
Typical for 1989 Piaggio Vespa16,270 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG509 XLY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 May 2022 24,399 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 22,030 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 20,661 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 18,833 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 17,975 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 11,799 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 17,744 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 17,646 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 17,090 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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G509 XLY is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 16,270 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 G509 XLY, 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 37 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G509 XLY registered?

G509 XLY is a 1989 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 September 1989.

Is G509 XLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G509 XLY shows 9 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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