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LF53 HVV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

7,338 mi
Last recorded7,338 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 HVV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2023 7,338 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front TYRE PERISHED

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 7,163 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 6,710 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 5,503 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 5,498 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 4,537 miles

rear tyre deteriorated and close to wear limit, replace very soon

Pass 27 Jan 2012 3,526 miles

1/ rear tyre slightly perished 2/ speedo not working at this time

Pass 2 Feb 2011 3,335 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 2,341 miles

advise: front tyre has small cut.

advise: head bearings slightly notchy .

Fail 8 Feb 2010 2,341 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

advise: front tyre has small cut.

advise: head bearings slightly notchy .

Pass 12 Feb 2009 1,331 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 444 miles

throttle sticking slightly

Pass 11 Jan 2007 171 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 HVV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HVV, 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 HVV registered?

LF53 HVV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 February 2004.

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The MOT history for LF53 HVV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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