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RA52 XTJ

2002 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,424 mi
Last recorded37,424 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA52 XTJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 37,424 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 35,377 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 34,195 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2016 34,195 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 33,811 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 32,701 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 31,621 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 31,621 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 30,114 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 30,114 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 26,890 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 21,566 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 21,565 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2009 16,612 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 7,508 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2007 3,931 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 3,531 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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RA52 XTJ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RA52 XTJ, 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 RA52 XTJ registered?

RA52 XTJ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is RA52 XTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA52 XTJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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