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LD52 ALO

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,166 mi
Last recorded42,166 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD52 ALO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 42,166 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 41,855 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 38,675 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 38,209 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 37,521 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 36,649 miles

High beam tell tale out

Pass 26 Jan 2013 35,632 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 34,011 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 33,403 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2010 30,541 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 30,541 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 28,480 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 15,172 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 15,172 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 27 Jan 2007 12,862 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2007 12,862 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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LD52 ALO is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 LD52 ALO, 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 LD52 ALO registered?

LD52 ALO is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is LD52 ALO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD52 ALO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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