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LJ53 JJF

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,986 mi
Last recorded12,986 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 JJF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 12,986 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 12,554 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 12,259 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 10,318 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 10,318 miles

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

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 3 Nov 2012 9,725 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 8,541 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 7,906 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 6,800 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 5,377 miles

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

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 JJF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 JJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ53 JJF registered?

LJ53 JJF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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