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LF53 HVZ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,927 mi
Last recorded19,927 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 HVZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 19,927 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 19,323 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 16,665 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 16,118 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 16,118 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 27 May 2016 15,376 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 18,445 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 17,695 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 13,569 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 10,540 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 May 2011 7,810 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 4,801 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 1,087 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 187 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 187 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 63 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 HVZ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HVZ, 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 HVZ registered?

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

Is LF53 HVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 HVZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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