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LJ54 VFT

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,466 mi
Last recorded17,466 miles
Recorded on4 May 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 VFT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2013 17,466 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 21 Feb 2013 17,499 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

No battery cover not secure

Pass 10 Jan 2012 15,573 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Jan 2012 15,573 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both tyres flat

Pass 21 Jan 2011 12,169 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 12,169 miles

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 9,681 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 9,681 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 7,287 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 5,059 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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LJ54 VFT is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VFT, 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 VFT registered?

LJ54 VFT is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 November 2004.

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