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LF51 BJZ

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

11,684 mi
Last recorded11,684 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 BJZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2019 11,684 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 11,684 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 11,684 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 11,684 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 11,684 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 11,684 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 11,684 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 11,684 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 11,684 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 11,684 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 11,409 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Jan 2011 10,221 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 8,810 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 19 Jan 2010 8,810 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 7,512 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 7,512 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 5,710 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 4,150 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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LF51 BJZ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 LF51 BJZ, 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.

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What year was LF51 BJZ registered?

LF51 BJZ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 November 2001.

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