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AS 3959

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

4,358 mi
Last recorded4,358 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAS 3959
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 4,358 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 4,087 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 3,947 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 3,947 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 3,947 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 3,947 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 3,947 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 3,914 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 3,309 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 3,109 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 2,823 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 2,471 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 2,066 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 1,841 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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AS 3959 is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AS 3959, 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

How do I check the history of AS 3959?

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What year was AS 3959 registered?

AS 3959 is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is AS 3959 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AS 3959 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AS 3959 have outstanding finance?

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