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LT52 XGY

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

32,991 mi
Last recorded32,991 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT52 XGY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 32,991 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 32,991 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 31,516 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 29,377 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 25,892 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 23,013 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 19,462 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 7 Jun 2012 19,462 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 2 Jun 2011 16,542 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 16,542 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 16,090 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 15,706 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 14,307 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 11,141 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 11,141 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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LT52 XGY is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LT52 XGY, 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 LT52 XGY registered?

LT52 XGY is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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