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LF53 DDA

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,783 mi
Last recorded22,783 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 DDA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 22,783 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 21,980 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 21,980 miles

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

Outer Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 20,760 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 20,760 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 19,364 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 19,364 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 18,018 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 18,018 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 16,038 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 14,027 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 11,862 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 11,862 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 7,914 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 5,059 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 DDA is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DDA, 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 DDA registered?

LF53 DDA is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 February 2004.

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