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LX51 MHK

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,636 mi
Last recorded12,636 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 MHK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 12,636 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 10,790 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 7,235 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 7,235 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 6,795 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 5,788 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 4,724 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 4,486 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 2,942 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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LX51 MHK is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LX51 MHK, 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 LX51 MHK registered?

LX51 MHK is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 January 2002.

Is LX51 MHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 MHK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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