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LG51 CCU

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,532 mi
Last recorded15,532 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 CCU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 15,532 miles

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

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

Small oil leak appears to be from a loose filler cap. Will advise customer.

Fail 1 Apr 2026 15,530 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Small oil leak appears to be from a loose filler cap. Will advise customer.

Pass 29 Aug 2015 25,745 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 14,063 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2014 14,063 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 13,396 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 13,396 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 11,640 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 9,626 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 9,626 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2008 12,692 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 11,428 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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LG51 CCU is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CCU, 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 CCU registered?

LG51 CCU is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 January 2002.

Is LG51 CCU safe to buy?

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