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W196 WHS

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

2,250 mi
Last recorded2,250 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW196 WHS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 2,250 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 2,250 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2016 7,350 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 6,956 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 6,941 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 6,351 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 6,237 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2010 5,679 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 5,673 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 5,344 miles
Pass 13 May 2005 4,039 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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W196 WHS is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 11,763 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 W196 WHS, 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 26 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 W196 WHS registered?

W196 WHS is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 April 2000.

Is W196 WHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W196 WHS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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