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LF53 DKY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

13,472 mi
Last recorded13,472 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 DKY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 13,472 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 12,557 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 12,557 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 12,349 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2017 12,349 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 12,156 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 11,933 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 10,622 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 10,596 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 9,227 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 9,225 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 9,225 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 9,225 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 8,867 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 8,865 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 6,880 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 DKY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 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 DKY, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF53 DKY registered?

LF53 DKY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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