Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 217 vehicles, the 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Askoll 02 Espro 70 (2021)

217 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.4% first-time pass rate

2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70

CarHunch analysed 217 real MOT records for the 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Askoll e2 Espro 70 is a reliably robust scooter—no wait, this is an electric scooter, not a car. Its 83.5% first-time MOT pass rate sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%, and the 95.3% pass rate for the electric version shows these lightweight vehicles are genuinely well-sorted mechanically. Only 4.2% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuring for a budget-friendly urban commuter.

At just under 20,000 miles on average, these scooters rack up moderate mileage for their age, suggesting mixed use between daily commuting and occasional weekend rides. The near-zero failure rate (0.12 per vehicle) combined with modest advisory counts (2.5 per vehicle) points to simple, durable design—typical of electric scooters—with wear items like tyres and brake pads accounting for most flagged issues. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the battery health and electrical connectors, as replacements can be costly.

We have limited data for the 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

95.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.12

Over 1.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

18k

Middle half: 13k–25k

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These stats describe 217 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 217 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Electric (88%)	190	95.4%	0.13

Colour Breakdown

Based on 470 Askoll 02 Espro 70 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 97.2%

457

Black 2.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

18,484

typical

12,535

low mileage

24,687

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70 vehicles fall between 12,535 and 24,687 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,535 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 12,535–24,687 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Askoll 02 Espro 70s sit.

⚠ Over 33,327 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.12

Avg failures per vehicle

2.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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