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SY02 VRP

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

2,397 mi
Last recorded2,397 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY02 VRP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 2,397 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 2,397 miles

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 22,962 miles

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

both front and both rear indicator lenses missing, indicators emitting correct colour light

Pass 29 Aug 2015 21,668 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear indicator lens missing orange bulb

Fail 29 Aug 2015 21,668 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear indicator lens missing orange bulb

Pass 15 Sep 2014 18,847 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 10,732 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 10,732 miles

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 9,087 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 9,087 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 7,737 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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SY02 VRP is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SY02 VRP, 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 SY02 VRP registered?

SY02 VRP is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 July 2002.

Is SY02 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY02 VRP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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