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LG52 NLD

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,635 mi
Last recorded18,635 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 NLD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 18,635 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 18,604 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2023 18,091 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 17,526 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 16,692 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2020 15,921 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2020 15,921 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2014 15,202 miles

Belly pan corroded.

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 14,834 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 14,577 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 14,111 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 12,353 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 10,721 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 9,956 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 8,113 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 6,777 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 NLD is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NLD, 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 NLD registered?

LG52 NLD is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 December 2002.

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