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LK51 JGY

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,278 mi
Last recorded3,278 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 JGY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 3,278 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 3,275 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 2,615 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 2,595 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 2,359 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 2,218 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 2,013 miles

Seat pivot corroding, needs urgent attention before it snaps.

Pass 9 Apr 2011 1,814 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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LK51 JGY is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 LK51 JGY, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LK51 JGY?

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What year was LK51 JGY registered?

LK51 JGY is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is LK51 JGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK51 JGY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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