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LK51 WBL

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,239 mi
Last recorded27,239 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 WBL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2025 27,239 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 26,618 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 25,331 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 24,471 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 23,847 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 23,670 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 23,152 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 22,563 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 22,221 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 19,833 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 17,154 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 14,198 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 12,269 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 11,935 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 11,479 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 10,998 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 10,550 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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 WBL is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WBL, 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 WBL registered?

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

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