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LG52 BKU

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

25,782 mi
Last recorded25,782 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 BKU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2015 25,782 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 25,762 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Body to chassis mounting weak

Near side front and rear indicator lens missing

Pass 10 Oct 2013 24,207 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 20,739 miles

handle bars slightly off centre

nearside front indicator outer lens missing

nearside rear indicator outer lens missing

Fail 12 Oct 2012 20,739 miles

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

handle bars slightly off centre

nearside front indicator outer lens missing

nearside rear indicator outer lens missing

Pass 11 Oct 2011 16,847 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 16,847 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2010 14,286 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 14,286 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

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

carrier insecure

Pass 1 Jun 2009 11,915 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 9,079 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 9,079 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 7,178 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 4,949 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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LG52 BKU is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 LG52 BKU, 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 LG52 BKU registered?

LG52 BKU is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is LG52 BKU safe to buy?

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