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LJ53 KZT

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

29,431 mi
Last recorded29,431 miles
Recorded on15 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 KZT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2021 29,431 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2021 29,430 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2017 29,429 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 29,340 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 29,256 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 28,810 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear brake reserve travel slightly reduced

Pass 4 Sep 2012 28,558 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 28,314 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 28,029 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 26,585 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 26,585 miles

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

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 23,344 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 23,344 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 22,262 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 17,910 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 KZT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KZT, 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 KZT registered?

LJ53 KZT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 November 2003.

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