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VU52 LHJ

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

14,377 mi
Last recorded14,377 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 LHJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 14,377 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 14,377 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 May 2021 14,373 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower legshield badley corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 11,560 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 11,535 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 11,349 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 10,436 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 9,863 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 9,863 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 8,161 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 8,116 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 7,893 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 7,509 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 7,319 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 6,659 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 5,969 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 5,246 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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VU52 LHJ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VU52 LHJ, 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

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What year was VU52 LHJ registered?

VU52 LHJ is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 October 2002.

Is VU52 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 LHJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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