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DU02 SBX

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

11,007 mi
Last recorded11,007 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU02 SBX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 11,007 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 10,788 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 10,676 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 10,475 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 10,195 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 10,195 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 10,172 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 9,478 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 8,742 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 8,683 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 8,683 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on all lights not tested not start (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 May 2016 8,464 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 8,442 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 7,767 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 7,645 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 7,540 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 7,478 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 7,394 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 7,264 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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DU02 SBX is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DU02 SBX, 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 DU02 SBX registered?

DU02 SBX is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 July 2002.

Is DU02 SBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU02 SBX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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