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LF51 CPZ

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,023 mi
Last recorded29,023 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 CPZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 29,023 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 29,023 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 28,752 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 28,752 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 28,193 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 26,222 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 23,320 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 21,568 miles

nearside rear indicator lense broken but still showing amber light

Pass 31 Dec 2010 20,884 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 20,884 miles

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 18,191 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 15,198 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 15,198 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jan 2008 11,935 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 11,935 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jan 2007 9,806 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 6,358 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 6,358 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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 CPZ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CPZ, 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 CPZ registered?

LF51 CPZ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is LF51 CPZ safe to buy?

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