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LN51 XGC

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,290 mi
Last recorded16,290 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 XGC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 16,290 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 16,290 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 16,128 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 15,989 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 15,793 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 15,518 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 14,445 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 14,445 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 11,784 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 10,523 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 10,121 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 8,644 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 7,599 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 7,599 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 May 2006 5,806 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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LN51 XGC is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LN51 XGC, 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 LN51 XGC registered?

LN51 XGC is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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