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LJ53 LFP

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,996 mi
Last recorded18,996 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 LFP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Oct 2011 18,996 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 18,996 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 17,018 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 14,580 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 12,220 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 9,995 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 7,504 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 7,504 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))

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 LFP is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LFP, 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 LFP registered?

LJ53 LFP is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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