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HV52 RVU

2002 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,507 mi
Last recorded24,507 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV52 RVU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2020 24,507 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 14,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 11,643 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 8,489 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 8,489 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 7,504 miles

slight leak to exhaust

Pass 2 Aug 2015 7,353 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2014 7,264 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 7,144 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 6,773 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 6,771 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 5,663 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2008 4,301 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 4,301 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 2,569 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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HV52 RVU is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HV52 RVU, 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 HV52 RVU registered?

HV52 RVU is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 September 2002.

Is HV52 RVU safe to buy?

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