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LF53 CKX

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

56,576 mi
Last recorded56,576 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 CKX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 56,576 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 56,576 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 56,557 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 56,541 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 56,022 miles

Slight exhaust blow

Fail 1 Mar 2012 46,340 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 46,340 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 42,191 miles

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

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 42,191 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 34,350 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 31,092 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 21,009 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Feb 2007 21,009 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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 CKX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 CKX, 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 CKX registered?

LF53 CKX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is LF53 CKX safe to buy?

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