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LF53 DXW

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,921 mi
Last recorded16,921 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 DXW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 16,921 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 14,166 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 14,164 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 50,397 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 37,224 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 33,724 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 33,720 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 31,204 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 26,528 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 20,770 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 11 Jul 2008 20,770 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 15,739 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 DXW is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DXW, 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 DXW registered?

LF53 DXW is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is LF53 DXW safe to buy?

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