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LG51 BZW

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,603 mi
Last recorded28,603 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 BZW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 28,603 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

slight cracking to front tyre tread

slight reduced damping to rear shock absorber

Pass 20 Jun 2019 25,455 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

reduced damping on front suspension

Fail 18 Jun 2019 25,455 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

reduced damping on front suspension

Pass 14 Jun 2014 25,455 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

number plate lamp not working

Pass 13 Jun 2013 22,598 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 17,684 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 15 Jun 2012 17,667 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 11,181 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 10,512 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 7,904 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 6,016 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 6,016 miles

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

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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LG51 BZW is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LG51 BZW, 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 LG51 BZW registered?

LG51 BZW is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 January 2002.

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