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LJ51 ZPW

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,990 mi
Last recorded12,990 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 ZPW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 12,990 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2010 10,217 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 10,217 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 10,217 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Oct 2008 10,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 10,217 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 9,726 miles

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

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 ZPW is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ZPW, 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 ZPW registered?

LJ51 ZPW is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 September 2001.

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The MOT history for LJ51 ZPW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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