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LA52 THF

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

23,583 mi
Last recorded23,583 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA52 THF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 23,583 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 23,463 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 23,060 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 22,968 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 21,439 miles

seat catch broken,secured by strap.

Pass 15 Jan 2018 19,139 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 19,139 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2017
Pass 11 Mar 2015 16,587 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 14,881 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 1,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 13,602 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 13,602 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 12,222 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 12,105 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 12,105 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 9,466 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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LA52 THF is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LA52 THF, 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 LA52 THF registered?

LA52 THF is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is LA52 THF safe to buy?

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