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LR02 EJF

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

31,829 mi
Last recorded31,829 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 EJF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 31,829 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 May 2011 27,196 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 May 2011 27,196 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2010 23,411 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 21,913 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 21,913 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 31 May 2008 17,430 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 17,430 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 4 May 2007 13,190 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 13,190 miles

Centre Rear Upper Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 9,499 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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LR02 EJF is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 LR02 EJF, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LR02 EJF registered?

LR02 EJF is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LR02 EJF safe to buy?

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