MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,748 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LJ53 SMU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 performed better than the average for its 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 SMU, 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 SMU registered?
LJ53 SMU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 November 2003.
Is LJ53 SMU safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ53 SMU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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