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LG02 FYZ

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

22,508 mi
Last recorded22,508 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG02 FYZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 22,508 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock modification bracket, bolt bent

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

Fail 30 Jul 2026 22,506 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Airbox loose

Nearside Rear Shock modification bracket, bolt bent

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level Not clearly visable (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 21,217 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2025 21,202 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 17,650 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear brake slow to return. Possible cable problem.

Fail 19 Jul 2024 17,650 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear brake slow to return. Possible cable problem.

Pass 20 Jul 2023 17,368 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 17,368 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2022 15,313 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 11,209 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2016 7,586 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 4,386 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 4,289 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 4,289 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 20 May 2013 3,791 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 3,087 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 2,323 miles

Oil leak

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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LG02 FYZ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LG02 FYZ, 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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LG02 FYZ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 May 2002.

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