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LR52 EKB

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,668 mi
Last recorded15,668 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 EKB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 15,668 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 15,668 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 15,668 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 15,668 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed and corroided on floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 15,668 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 15,668 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 15,668 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 15,668 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 15,668 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 14,029 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 14,029 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 12,016 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 12,016 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 9,235 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 7,191 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 6,426 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 6,426 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 6,115 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 5,487 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 5,487 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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LR52 EKB is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LR52 EKB, 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 LR52 EKB registered?

LR52 EKB is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is LR52 EKB safe to buy?

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