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LA02 RWZ

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,732 mi
Last recorded32,732 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 RWZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2015 32,732 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 31,941 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 30,086 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 30,081 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 28,257 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 2,794 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 26,925 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 26,925 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 25,983 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 24,641 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 22,201 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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LA02 RWZ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LA02 RWZ, 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 LA02 RWZ registered?

LA02 RWZ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is LA02 RWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA02 RWZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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