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MF51 UVP

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

19,243 mi
Last recorded19,243 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 UVP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2018 19,243 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2017 14,710 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 14,710 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 14,592 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 20 Oct 2015 14,592 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 13,718 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 13,718 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2012 12,485 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 12,485 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 10,467 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 10,467 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2010 8,423 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 8,403 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 8,270 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 7,194 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 5,802 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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MF51 UVP is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MF51 UVP, 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 MF51 UVP registered?

MF51 UVP is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 February 2002.

Is MF51 UVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF51 UVP shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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