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LF53 CMZ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

13,208 mi
Last recorded13,208 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 CMZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 13,208 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2024 13,189 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotation incorrect (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 11,041 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 11,037 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2022 9,947 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 9,332 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 8,489 miles

Offside All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 8,086 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 8,060 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 8,009 miles

General condition represents age of vehicle

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2015

General condition represents the age of the vehicle

Seat bracket rusted

Pass 1 Mar 2014 7,794 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 7,571 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 7,243 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 6,997 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 6,684 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 5,194 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 CMZ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 LF53 CMZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF53 CMZ registered?

LF53 CMZ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 February 2004.

Is LF53 CMZ safe to buy?

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