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LF51 ERO

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

33,227 mi
Last recorded33,227 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 ERO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Nov 2011 33,227 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 33,227 miles

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 32,294 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 4 Sep 2009 32,285 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 22 Oct 2008 28,707 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 28,707 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 24,413 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 20,108 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 ERO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ERO, 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 ERO registered?

LF51 ERO is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is LF51 ERO safe to buy?

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