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LJ53 GVP

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

952 mi
Last recorded952 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 GVP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2014 952 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 952 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 952 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 952 miles

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 952 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 952 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 952 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 952 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 952 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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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LJ53 GVP is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 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 GVP, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ53 GVP registered?

LJ53 GVP is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 February 2004.

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