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LB02 VFS

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,036 mi
Last recorded20,036 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2011
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 VFS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2011 20,036 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 20,036 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

front tyre valve not fitted correctly

Pass 19 Aug 2010 15,632 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 15,255 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2009 15,255 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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))

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

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2008 11,706 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2008 11,688 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

front mudguard missing

Pass 25 Jan 2006 8,808 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 VFS is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VFS, 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 VFS registered?

LB02 VFS is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 June 2002.

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