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LG51 EJY

2002 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,139 mi
Last recorded17,139 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 EJY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 17,139 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 17,026 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 16,763 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 16,429 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 16,309 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 15,364 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 15,294 miles

reg. plate light not working

Pass 23 Jan 2016 15,294 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 15,072 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 15,072 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 14,745 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Fail 21 Dec 2013 14,745 miles

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

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2012 14,473 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 14,197 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 13,095 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 12,337 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 118,149 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2008 118,149 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 10,766 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 9,247 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 8,133 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 EJY is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EJY, 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 EJY registered?

LG51 EJY is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is LG51 EJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 EJY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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