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LG52 LYH

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

13,947 mi
Last recorded13,947 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 LYH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2014 13,947 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 13,947 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 13,947 miles

speedo not working

Fail 23 Sep 2013 13,947 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

speedo not working

Pass 24 Sep 2012 12,406 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 10,279 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 9,285 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 8,449 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 8,449 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 6,815 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

one of two exhaust bolts is broken

Fail 2 Nov 2006 5,995 miles

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

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 5,995 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 4,145 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2005 4,145 miles

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

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 LYH is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc 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 LYH, 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 LYH registered?

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

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