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LG52 GYO

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,213 mi
Last recorded9,213 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 GYO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 9,213 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 8,150 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 8,143 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2013 5,224 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 18,083 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 13,830 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 1,377 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 11,060 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 11,060 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 11,056 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Jan 2009 11,055 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 11,055 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 11,055 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 11,055 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2007 11,055 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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 GYO is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GYO, 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 GYO registered?

LG52 GYO is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is LG52 GYO safe to buy?

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