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LF53 ELW

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,887 mi
Last recorded17,887 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 ELW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2017 17,887 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 16,684 miles

Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 16,683 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 16,683 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 16,195 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 14,757 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 13,639 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 12,473 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 9,867 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 9,863 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 7,912 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 ELW is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ELW, 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 ELW registered?

LF53 ELW is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 February 2004.

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