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LR02 YEK

2002 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,036 mi
Last recorded10,036 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 YEK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2017 10,036 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Dec 2017 10,036 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Dec 2016 8,677 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 8,349 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 8,349 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 7,808 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 6,601 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 6,601 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 1 Dec 2012 6,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 6,601 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 6,292 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 4,962 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 4,765 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 4,619 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 4,271 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 YEK is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc 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 LR02 YEK, 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 LR02 YEK registered?

LR02 YEK is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is LR02 YEK safe to buy?

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