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LG52 LWJ

2002 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,205 mi
Last recorded15,205 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 LWJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 15,205 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2013 15,205 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 13,978 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 13,960 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 12,484 miles

battery flat horn only just loud enough

Pass 12 May 2010 12,056 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 10,705 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 7,768 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 2,017 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 1,578 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 LWJ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG52 LWJ registered?

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

Is LG52 LWJ safe to buy?

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