CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y278 VFF

2001 Piaggio PX125

Red Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,012 mi
Last recorded11,012 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Piaggio PX12512,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY278 VFF
MakePiaggio
ModelPX125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
View full Piaggio PX125 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2022 11,012 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 30,134 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)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

floor panel rotted but not structual as yet

Pass 14 Nov 2013 27,256 miles

substantial ammount of corrosion developing on under floor panel areas but not affecting stressed components as yet

Pass 12 Dec 2011 20,961 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 17,567 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 17,543 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 14,262 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 12,338 miles

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 21 Mar 2007 10,109 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 10,109 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio PX125?

Based on 4,256 MOT tests across 403 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
527
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
403
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 67
Direction indicators not working 65
Direction indicator not working 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Horn not working 23
Full Piaggio PX125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y278 VFF is a 2001 Piaggio PX125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 12,828 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 PX125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y278 VFF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 25 years old, this Piaggio PX125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y278 VFF?

You can check the full history of Y278 VFF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y278 VFF registered?

Y278 VFF is a 2001 Piaggio PX125, first registered on 26 May 2001.

Is Y278 VFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y278 VFF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y278 VFF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y278 VFF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.