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GU52 XAW

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

53,822 mi
Last recorded53,822 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 XAW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 53,822 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 53,623 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 53,053 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Oct 2021 53,053 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 53,024 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 53,001 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 53,001 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2016 52,975 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 52,971 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 52,874 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 40,450 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 40,136 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 37,447 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 37,447 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2008 33,033 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 33,032 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 30,980 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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GU52 XAW is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU52 XAW, 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 GU52 XAW registered?

GU52 XAW is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 November 2002.

Is GU52 XAW safe to buy?

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