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DG52 PLZ

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,166 mi
Last recorded7,166 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 PLZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 7,166 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2025 7,166 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 6,632 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 6,414 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 6,401 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 6,341 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 5,960 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 5,953 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 wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 5,776 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 5,421 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 4,998 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 4,998 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 4,329 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 3,844 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2006 3,361 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 4,960 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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DG52 PLZ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DG52 PLZ, 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 DG52 PLZ registered?

DG52 PLZ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is DG52 PLZ safe to buy?

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