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HKZ 280

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,259 mi
Last recorded15,259 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKZ 280
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 15,259 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 12,885 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 10,925 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 10,259 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2023 10,259 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 9,773 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 9,756 miles

Front Brake excessively binding master cylinder sticking (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2020 9,086 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 7,886 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 7,832 miles

Upper Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2017 6,670 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2017 6,670 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 4,646 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 4,267 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 3,073 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 15,572 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 12,568 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 12,568 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 7,747 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 6,726 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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HKZ 280 is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HKZ 280, 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

How do I check the history of HKZ 280?

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What year was HKZ 280 registered?

HKZ 280 is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 August 2002.

Is HKZ 280 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKZ 280 shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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