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LJ51 WCM

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Multi-colour Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

13,777 mi
Last recorded13,777 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 WCM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2013 13,777 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2012 138,760 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Mar 2012 13,760 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 13,760 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2011 13,760 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2010 10,128 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 9,979 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 9,979 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 37,391 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2008 37,391 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 35,250 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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LJ51 WCM is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Multi-colour with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WCM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ51 WCM registered?

LJ51 WCM is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2001.

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