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HN52 MDY

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,121 mi
Last recorded20,121 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 MDY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 20,121 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 10,280 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 10,280 miles

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

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp does not illuminate on low beam (1.1.3b)

Rear Drive system has abnormal noise advise investigation before failure occurs

Pass 20 Jan 2015 182,456 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 7,739 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 7,552 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 6,386 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 6,060 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 5,204 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 5,202 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 4,971 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Jun 2009 4,933 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Jun 2008 3,862 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 3,862 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 3,858 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2005 2,772 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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HN52 MDY is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 HN52 MDY, 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 HN52 MDY registered?

HN52 MDY is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 December 2002.

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