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LG52 LZX

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,400 mi
Last recorded7,400 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 LZX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 7,400 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Feb 2021 7,400 miles

Offside Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 7,266 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 7,256 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 7,256 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2016 7,206 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Oct 2016 7,206 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 7,108 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 7,106 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 6,932 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 6,802 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 6,802 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 5,592 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 4,716 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 4,239 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 3,858 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 3,858 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 2,457 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 LZX is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LZX, 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 LZX registered?

LG52 LZX is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is LG52 LZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 LZX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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