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E23 GSS

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,752 mi
Last recorded1,752 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE23 GSS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 1,752 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2026 1,752 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 1,739 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 1,709 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 1,653 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 1,607 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 1,528 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 1,484 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 1,425 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 1,354 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 1,257 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 1,177 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 1,177 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 939 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 939 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 894 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 880 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 1,020 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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E23 GSS is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E23 GSS, 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 E23 GSS registered?

E23 GSS is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 July 2002.

Is E23 GSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E23 GSS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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