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LK51 SGX

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

9,367 mi
Last recorded9,367 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 SGX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 9,367 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 8,819 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 8,107 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 7,751 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 7,482 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 6,800 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 1,492 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 33 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 55,090 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 53,142 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 51,609 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 46,686 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 41,774 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 36,389 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 31,579 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 28,250 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 23,004 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 19,354 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 19,354 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2007 14,080 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 4,890 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 SGX is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 SGX, 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 SGX registered?

LK51 SGX is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LK51 SGX safe to buy?

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