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FL51 LXW

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,681 mi
Last recorded26,681 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 LXW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 26,681 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 26,636 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 26,573 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 26,282 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 26,064 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 25,971 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 25,743 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 25,273 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play primary bearing has play. (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 24,678 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 24,274 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 23,483 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 22,481 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 21,192 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 21,084 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 20,868 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 20,525 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 19,519 miles

slight play in front wheel bearing

Pass 7 Nov 2007 18,331 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 16,598 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 13,713 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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FL51 LXW is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 FL51 LXW, 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 25 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 FL51 LXW registered?

FL51 LXW is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is FL51 LXW safe to buy?

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