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LJ53 GOK

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

19,393 mi
Last recorded19,393 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 GOK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 19,393 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 19,168 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 19,161 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 18,921 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 18,680 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Apr 2013 18,680 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 16,331 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 16,331 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,560 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 15,558 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 3,381 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 876 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 876 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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LJ53 GOK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 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 LJ53 GOK, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ53 GOK registered?

LJ53 GOK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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