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BF52 VMT

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

17,586 mi
Last recorded17,586 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 VMT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 17,586 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 15,326 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 15,326 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 14,999 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 14,694 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 14,694 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2016 14,419 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 14,134 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 12,170 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 12,170 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 9,344 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 6,492 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 6,126 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 6,126 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 3,207 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 582 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 78 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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BF52 VMT is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF52 VMT, 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.

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What year was BF52 VMT registered?

BF52 VMT is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 October 2002.

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The MOT history for BF52 VMT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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