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LJ53 GWL

2003 Piaggio Vespa GT 200

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,579 mi
Last recorded20,579 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa GT 20019,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 GWL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa GT 200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 20,579 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 29,109 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 25,744 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 19,536 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 9,826 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 36,873 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 8 Oct 2009 36,873 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 26,750 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 26,750 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa GT 200?

Based on 4,440 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,491
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 143
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 46
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
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LJ53 GWL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa GT 200 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa GT 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 19,391 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 GT 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 GWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa GT 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa GT 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ53 GWL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa GT 200, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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