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SG52 XNM

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

48,680 mi
Last recorded48,680 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 XNM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 48,680 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 48,349 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2025 48,349 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour red (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 47,881 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 47,274 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 47,180 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 47,180 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 46,962 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 44,617 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 41,940 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 41,185 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 41,079 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 40,741 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 40,320 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 39,361 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 38,782 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 38,217 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 37,719 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 32,746 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 24,110 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 9,538 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 561 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 561 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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SG52 XNM is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 SG52 XNM, 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 SG52 XNM registered?

SG52 XNM is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is SG52 XNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG52 XNM shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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