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SK52 UBC

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,197 mi
Last recorded26,197 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 UBC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 26,197 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Applies to underside of running boards and attachment to rear main frame. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 24,592 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 22,998 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 21,963 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 21,351 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 20,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2011 18,470 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nail in front tyre

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 19 Oct 2010 17,698 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 15,898 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 14,550 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 12,711 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 10,749 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 10,749 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 8,296 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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SK52 UBC is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SK52 UBC, 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 SK52 UBC registered?

SK52 UBC is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 October 2002.

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