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LJ54 SLV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,504 mi
Last recorded25,504 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 SLV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Feb 2018 25,504 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2016 21,269 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 21,269 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 18,810 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 18,810 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2014 16,757 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 14,587 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 14,587 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 14,590 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 13,264 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 11,346 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 8,983 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Nov 2008 8,983 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 6,473 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 6,473 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Nail in front tyre

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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LJ54 SLV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 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 LJ54 SLV, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ54 SLV registered?

LJ54 SLV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 November 2004.

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