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GP02 BYV

2002 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,627 mi
Last recorded17,627 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa ET49,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP02 BYV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2022 17,627 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp not working on front lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Lower Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2022 17,403 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 17,223 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 17,221 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 15,587 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 13,911 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 12,450 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 12,450 miles

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 12,445 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 12,303 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 12,103 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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GP02 BYV is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 9,455 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 ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP02 BYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GP02 BYV registered?

GP02 BYV is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 23 August 2002.

Is GP02 BYV safe to buy?

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