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LJ51 CWT

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

10,034 mi
Last recorded10,034 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 CWT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 10,034 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 9,886 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 9,854 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside bodywork (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 9,846 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake cable corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

speedo cable damaged

Fail 16 Jul 2019 9,846 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake cable corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

speedo cable damaged

Pass 18 Sep 2017 9,846 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Sep 2017 9,846 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Direction indicators not working both (1.5.1c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 9,847 miles

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 9,846 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

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

insecure n/s mirror

Pass 3 Oct 2008 9,846 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 29 Sep 2008 9,846 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 9,846 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 9,846 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 9,846 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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LJ51 CWT is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 11,748 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ51 CWT, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ51 CWT registered?

LJ51 CWT is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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