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LJ53 MHZ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,512 mi
Last recorded33,512 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 MHZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 33,512 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 33,512 miles

Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 32,149 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 30,060 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 26,109 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 19,918 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 19,918 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 May 2011 18,367 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 15,252 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 11,779 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 6,971 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 MHZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White 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 MHZ, 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 MHZ registered?

LJ53 MHZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is LJ53 MHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 MHZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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