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LB52 SFZ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,768 mi
Last recorded26,768 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 SFZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 26,768 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 26,768 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded lower front of scooter (6.1.1a)

speedometer lamp not working

Pass 10 Feb 2015 26,768 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 26,768 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2014 22,246 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 19,828 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 19,793 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 18,936 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 13,251 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 9,305 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 6,689 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 118 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 SFZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SFZ, 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.

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What year was LB52 SFZ registered?

LB52 SFZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 February 2003.

Is LB52 SFZ safe to buy?

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