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AF52 YPZ

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

16,831 mi
Last recorded16,831 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 YPZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 16,831 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 16,720 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 16,608 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 16,444 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 15,932 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 15,531 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 14,763 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 14,763 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 14,763 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 14,763 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 12,361 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 12,208 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 12,208 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 11,866 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 11,180 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 10,677 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 9,722 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 8,183 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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AF52 YPZ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 11,181 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 AF52 YPZ, 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 24 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 AF52 YPZ registered?

AF52 YPZ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 October 2002.

Is AF52 YPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 YPZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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