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LB02 VEU

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,194 mi
Last recorded21,194 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 VEU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 21,194 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 21,188 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Position lamp switch allows the rear position lamp to be switched off when the headlamp(s) are on (4.2.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front tyre underinflated

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 18,116 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 16,989 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 15,584 miles

Front mudguard damaged

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

Rear brakes needs adjustment

seat loose

Pass 9 Aug 2016 13,585 miles

Front tyre flat

Pass 25 Aug 2015 11,783 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 10,778 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 10,131 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 10,132 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 7,205 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 6,069 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 2,988 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 2,908 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 2,908 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 2,809 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 2,809 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 2,655 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 VEU is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LB02 VEU, 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 LB02 VEU registered?

LB02 VEU is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 August 2002.

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