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LK51 NHF

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,805 mi
Last recorded29,805 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 NHF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 29,805 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 28,199 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 27,416 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 Jul 2014 27,391 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2013 25,923 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 23,525 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 21,649 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 21,141 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 21,141 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 20,447 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 17,848 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 16,662 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 16,662 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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 NHF is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 LK51 NHF, 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

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What year was LK51 NHF registered?

LK51 NHF is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is LK51 NHF safe to buy?

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