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LJ53 KZH

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,983 mi
Last recorded24,983 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 KZH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 24,983 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 24,155 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 23,774 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 23,774 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 23,774 miles

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))

Pass 9 Aug 2016 22,334 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 21,258 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 20,366 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 19,153 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 17,482 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 17,482 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 15,461 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 16 Sep 2011 15,461 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 13,880 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 13,218 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 13,218 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 11,913 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 7,441 miles

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 KZH is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KZH, 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 KZH registered?

LJ53 KZH is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 October 2003.

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