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LF51 DSE

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

9,757 mi
Last recorded9,757 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 DSE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 9,757 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 9,757 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2017 6,660 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 4,955 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 4,955 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 4,955 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 24 May 2013 4,835 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 4,668 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 4,400 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 4,034 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 3,810 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 3,660 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 3,228 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 2,758 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 DSE is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DSE, 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 DSE registered?

LF51 DSE is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is LF51 DSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 DSE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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