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LJ53 KXP

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,188 mi
Last recorded13,188 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 KXP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 13,188 miles

front tyre will need changing

seat ripped

Pass 12 Apr 2018 11,632 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 11,615 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 11,535 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 11,374 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 10,424 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 9,830 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 9,251 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 8,157 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 5,101 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 2,716 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 2,716 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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 KXP is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KXP, 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 KXP registered?

LJ53 KXP is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 September 2003.

Is LJ53 KXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 KXP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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