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LF53 DLE

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,325 mi
Last recorded11,325 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 DLE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 11,325 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 10,348 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 8,752 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 7,195 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 6,229 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 6,020 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 5,961 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 5,948 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 5,908 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 5,709 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2016 5,708 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2015 5,226 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 4,582 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 4,388 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 3,453 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 3,453 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 3,359 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 3,000 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 DLE is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DLE, 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 DLE registered?

LF53 DLE is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is LF53 DLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 DLE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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