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LG52 OFB

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

17,502 mi
Last recorded17,502 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 OFB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 17,502 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 17,368 miles

Front Front tyre showing signs of uneven wear

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2024 17,090 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 16,627 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 16,624 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 16,624 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded floor slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 16,624 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2015 15,536 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 14,575 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 13,516 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 13,516 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 12,689 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 11,739 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 14 May 2010 11,739 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 8,010 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 6,295 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 6,295 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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 OFB is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 OFB, 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 OFB registered?

LG52 OFB is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 November 2002.

Is LG52 OFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 OFB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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