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LG52 OHY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Diesel 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,995 mi
Last recorded15,995 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 OHY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 15,995 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 12,872 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 12,872 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 10,934 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 9,173 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 7,302 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2020 6,233 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 6,065 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 6,044 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 317 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 316 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 OHY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 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 OHY, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LG52 OHY?

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What year was LG52 OHY registered?

LG52 OHY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is LG52 OHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 OHY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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