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LF51 DGY

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,222 mi
Last recorded27,222 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 DGY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 27,222 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 24,073 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 24,073 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 22,238 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 21,203 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 20,387 miles

Centre Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 18,274 miles

Centre Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 16,469 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 May 2010 15,162 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 May 2009 13,711 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 12,329 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 DGY is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 LF51 DGY, 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 DGY registered?

LF51 DGY is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is LF51 DGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 DGY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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