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LB52 SMV

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,046 mi
Last recorded30,046 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 SMV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2016 30,046 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 29,019 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 29 Mar 2014 26,350 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 26,350 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 23,234 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 19,318 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 17,181 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 17,181 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 15,425 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 14,162 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 14,162 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 12,561 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 12,561 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 9,735 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 SMV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SMV, 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 SMV registered?

LB52 SMV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 February 2003.

Is LB52 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB52 SMV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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