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LG52 KAE

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,146 mi
Last recorded12,146 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 KAE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2015 12,146 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 12,026 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 12,014 miles

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

Nail in front tyre

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

spare tyre worn close to limit

Pass 22 Jun 2012 12,000 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 11,947 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 11,922 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 11,718 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 11,004 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 Aug 2008 11,004 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 8,925 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 7,275 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 7,198 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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 KAE is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc 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 LG52 KAE, 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 KAE registered?

LG52 KAE is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 September 2002.

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