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EF02 XHW

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

15,239 mi
Last recorded15,239 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF02 XHW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 15,239 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 15,239 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2023 15,237 miles

Corrosion on exhaust

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 15,233 miles

Exhaust corroded

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 15,231 miles

exhaust system corroded

frame corroded

no number plate light fitted - exemption listing in testing manual

Pass 14 Sep 2020 15,228 miles

exhaust in poor condition

slight corrosion on underside

Pass 13 Sep 2019 15,218 miles

corrosion on exhaust

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 7 Sep 2018 15,214 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 29 Aug 2017 15,195 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 29 Aug 2017 15,195 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 15,192 miles

slight corrosion on frame

Fail 2 Sep 2016 15,192 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 28 Aug 2015 15,188 miles

slight corrosion on exhaust

slight corrosion starting on underside

Pass 28 Aug 2014 15,185 miles

slight corrosion to underside

Pass 3 Sep 2013 15,181 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 15,177 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 15,115 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 11,909 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 11,251 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 11,251 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Jan 2008 9,647 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2007 9,642 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 7,004 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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EF02 XHW is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EF02 XHW, 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 EF02 XHW registered?

EF02 XHW is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 July 2002.

Is EF02 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF02 XHW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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