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LF51 RHJ

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,992 mi
Last recorded19,992 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 RHJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 19,992 miles

poor pattern on headlight

Fail 19 Mar 2024 19,990 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

poor pattern on headlight

Pass 18 Mar 2022 35,681 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2022 35,676 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 28,574 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2020 28,574 miles

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

Stop lamp not working front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 27,399 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 27,178 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 26,709 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 25,779 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 23,632 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 22,542 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 20,516 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 20,506 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 20,346 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 20,243 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 20,243 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 18,817 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 16,902 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 14,900 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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LF51 RHJ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LF51 RHJ, 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 LF51 RHJ registered?

LF51 RHJ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 January 2002.

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