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HF51 VNY

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

14,655 mi
Last recorded14,655 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 VNY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 14,655 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned over to left (2.4 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 13,256 miles

Nearside Front indicator lens damaged

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 12,814 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 12,772 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2019 12,772 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 12,760 miles

numberplate light not working

Fail 24 Apr 2015 12,760 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

numberplate light not working

Pass 30 Apr 2014 12,228 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 11,623 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 10,640 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2010 10,640 miles

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

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

rear nos.plate lamp not working

Pass 19 Nov 2009 9,571 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 9,571 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 8,820 miles

indicator "tell" lights on dash a bit erratic

Pass 4 Sep 2007 7,584 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 6,125 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 5,205 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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HF51 VNY is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Green 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 HF51 VNY, 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 HF51 VNY registered?

HF51 VNY is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is HF51 VNY safe to buy?

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