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LF51 WXV

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

9,999 mi
Last recorded9,999 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 WXV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 9,999 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 9,999 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 8,440 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2024 8,440 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 5,644 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 5,186 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 15,158 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 14,876 miles

Rear Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2019 14,329 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 13,857 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 13,854 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 13,854 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 13,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2015 13,698 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 13,497 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 12,992 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 12,381 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 11,242 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 9,967 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 8,644 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 6,666 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 6,451 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 5,916 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 WXV is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 WXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF51 WXV registered?

LF51 WXV is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is LF51 WXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 WXV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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