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LF53 DZT

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,460 mi
Last recorded20,460 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 DZT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 20,460 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jun 2024 20,460 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 20,460 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 20,460 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 20,231 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 17,796 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 17,162 miles

Front Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 16,824 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 16,823 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2016 16,485 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 15,977 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 12,639 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 10,644 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 9,039 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 7,716 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 6,143 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 5,563 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 5,560 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 DZT is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc 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 DZT, 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 DZT registered?

LF53 DZT is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is LF53 DZT safe to buy?

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