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LB52 SCV

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,140 mi
Last recorded15,140 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 SCV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 15,140 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 12,980 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 10,390 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 10,390 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 8,480 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 8,480 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 6,085 miles

Chassis slightly corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2019 44,736 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear indicator loose

Pass 24 Mar 2018 39,989 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 35,102 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 27,357 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 18,895 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 12,813 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 8,967 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 8,943 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 May 2011 7,194 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 5,201 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 5,186 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 4,509 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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LB52 SCV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 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 LB52 SCV, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB52 SCV registered?

LB52 SCV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is LB52 SCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB52 SCV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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