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LF51 EOW

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

19,273 mi
Last recorded19,273 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 EOW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 19,273 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 19,273 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect L.E.D. bulb fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 18,783 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 18,778 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 16,728 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 16,424 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 25 Feb 2009 16,424 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 15,007 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2007 15,007 miles

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 13,748 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 13,748 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Position lamp switch does not operate the front and rear position lamps (1.1.4c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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 EOW is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 EOW, 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 EOW registered?

LF51 EOW is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is LF51 EOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 EOW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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