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LB02 VEK

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,548 mi
Last recorded29,548 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 VEK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Jan 2014 29,548 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 29,548 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 20,746 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 13,081 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 13,081 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 12,719 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 12,719 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 12,719 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 12,512 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 11,324 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 VEK is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VEK, 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 VEK is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 July 2002.

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