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LJ53 LFE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,573 mi
Last recorded37,573 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 LFE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 37,573 miles

Front mudguard has slight damage

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 35,893 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 6 Feb 2014 35,893 miles

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

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 34,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 33,696 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 33,696 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 30,898 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 25,884 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 17,854 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 10,340 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 2,354 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 LFE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LFE, 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 LFE registered?

LJ53 LFE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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