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NU02 PUA

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,707 mi
Last recorded13,707 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU02 PUA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 13,707 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 13,424 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 13,412 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 13,326 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 12,991 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 12,417 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 11,511 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 10,394 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 10,394 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 7,942 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 4,863 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 4,433 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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NU02 PUA is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NU02 PUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NU02 PUA?

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What year was NU02 PUA registered?

NU02 PUA is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is NU02 PUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU02 PUA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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