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MP51 MOD

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

4,110 mi
Last recorded4,110 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP51 MOD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 4,110 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 4,087 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 4,069 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 4,052 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 4,024 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 3,993 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 3,947 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 3,898 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 3,864 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 3,840 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 3,803 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 3,803 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 3,760 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 3,586 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 3,489 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 3,324 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 3,012 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 2,485 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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MP51 MOD is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 MP51 MOD, 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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How do I check the history of MP51 MOD?

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What year was MP51 MOD registered?

MP51 MOD is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is MP51 MOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MP51 MOD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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