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LB02 VEH

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

14,839 mi
Last recorded14,839 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 VEH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 14,839 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 14,837 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 14,785 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 14,298 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower front splash guard area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 14,298 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower front splash guard area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2014 14,227 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 14,225 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 13,662 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 13,577 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 13,577 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 13,232 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 12,748 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Feb 2010 12,411 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 9,429 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

one of two exhaust bolts is missing

Pass 15 Feb 2008 8,172 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

one of two exhaust bolts is missing

Pass 3 Oct 2006 6,027 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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LB02 VEH is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LB02 VEH, 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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LB02 VEH is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 July 2002.

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