MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,508 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
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))
Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LF51 RCU is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 RCU, 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 RCU registered?
LF51 RCU is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2001.
Is LF51 RCU safe to buy?
The MOT history for LF51 RCU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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