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LG52 PHX

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,960 mi
Last recorded12,960 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 PHX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 12,960 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 11,927 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 11,927 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2021 10,452 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2021 10,447 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 8,631 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 8,569 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 8,569 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2017 7,675 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2017 7,675 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 6,862 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 6,753 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 6,110 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 6,110 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 4,529 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 14,527 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 14,527 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 12,790 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 10,139 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 7,083 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 PHX is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PHX, 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 PHX registered?

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

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