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LT52 XMX

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

18,051 mi
Last recorded18,051 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT52 XMX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 18,051 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 17,853 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 17,853 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 17,827 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 17,720 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2016 17,718 miles

Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated Leaking (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 17,494 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 17,351 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 16,795 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 16,795 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 14,842 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 14,842 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 13,323 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 13,323 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 13,317 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 1,329 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 11,668 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 11,394 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 11,393 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 5,794 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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LT52 XMX is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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

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