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LF51 RBV

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,256 mi
Last recorded15,256 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 RBV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 15,256 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 15,256 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 14,984 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 12,522 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 12,398 miles

Nearside Front Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 11,918 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 11,220 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 10,625 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 10,008 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 10,008 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2013 8,798 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 8,253 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 7,498 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 6,300 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 5,031 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 3,157 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 196 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 196 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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 RBV is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RBV, 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 RBV registered?

LF51 RBV is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 November 2001.

Is LF51 RBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 RBV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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