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EX52 WGZ

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,771 mi
Last recorded19,771 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 WGZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 19,771 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 19,612 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 19,455 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 19,431 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 19,363 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 19,356 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 19,317 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 19,166 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 19,129 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 19,025 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 18,873 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 18,873 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 18,365 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 18,365 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 17,806 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 17,434 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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EX52 WGZ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EX52 WGZ, 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 EX52 WGZ registered?

EX52 WGZ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 October 2002.

Is EX52 WGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 WGZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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