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WU52 OTL

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,542 mi
Last recorded7,542 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 OTL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 7,542 miles

Kick start seized

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 7,542 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Both tyres under pressure

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Kick start seized

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 7,054 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 6,953 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit outside pad not visible (1.1.13 (a))

headlamp masked

Fail 6 Jul 2021 6,953 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit outside pad not visible (1.1.13 (a))

headlamp masked

Pass 18 Jul 2019 6,814 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 5,306 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 5,306 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 4,589 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 4,303 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 3,735 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 3,488 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 2,848 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 2,481 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 1,759 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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WU52 OTL is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WU52 OTL, 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 WU52 OTL registered?

WU52 OTL is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is WU52 OTL safe to buy?

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