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LF53 CKV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

16,359 mi
Last recorded16,359 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 CKV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2013 16,359 miles

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 13,144 miles

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

rear carrier bolts loose

Fail 23 Jan 2012 13,144 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

rear carrier bolts loose

Pass 1 Feb 2011 10,040 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 10,040 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 7,084 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 6,241 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 6,241 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 5,219 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 5,219 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2007 4,915 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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LF53 CKV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 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 LF53 CKV, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF53 CKV registered?

LF53 CKV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 January 2004.

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