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LJ51 WHM

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

66,420 mi
Last recorded66,420 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 WHM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 66,420 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Underside of scooter rusted and holed,but not yet structural.

Fail 24 Oct 2015 66,420 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Underside of scooter rusted and holed,but not yet structural.

Pass 4 Apr 2014 6,464 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 64,423 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 64,404 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 64,404 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2011 64,246 miles

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 52,223 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 42,448 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2009 42,448 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 29,265 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 18,578 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 18,379 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 18,379 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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 WHM is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc 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 WHM, 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 WHM registered?

LJ51 WHM is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 September 2001.

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