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GX02 VAJ

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,325 mi
Last recorded16,325 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 VAJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,325 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 16,325 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 16,325 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2014 16,325 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 16,325 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 15,238 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 12,973 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 12,973 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 11,056 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 8,466 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 May 2008 7,580 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 7,063 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 7,063 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 May 2006 5,609 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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GX02 VAJ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GX02 VAJ, 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 GX02 VAJ registered?

GX02 VAJ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 May 2002.

Is GX02 VAJ safe to buy?

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