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MK52 VEY

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,165 mi
Last recorded19,165 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 VEY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2014 19,165 miles

Mirrors removed

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

Registration light is not working

Pass 19 Apr 2012 18,998 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 18,998 miles

Front Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

engine misfire

front tyre has tube fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2010 15,859 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 12,212 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 9,735 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 9,721 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 8,201 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 5,374 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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MK52 VEY is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MK52 VEY, 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 MK52 VEY registered?

MK52 VEY is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is MK52 VEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK52 VEY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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