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LK51 WBZ

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

49 mi
Last recorded49 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 WBZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 49 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 49 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 49 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 25 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 7 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 8 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 8 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 8 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 8 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 9 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 10 miles

Both n/s indicators slightly discoloured.

Both o/s indicators slightly discoloured.

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Speedo cable loose

Pass 4 Apr 2013 25,508 miles

All four indicator bulbs slightly discoloured.

Pass 30 Mar 2012 25,502 miles

front wheel rim shows signs of corrosion.

Pass 1 Nov 2011 25,422 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 23,055 miles

Lock washer missing from one nut on n/s of rear wheel

Pass 12 Sep 2009 16,921 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 27 Aug 2008 11,440 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 11,440 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 9,450 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 9,364 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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 WBZ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WBZ, 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 WBZ registered?

LK51 WBZ is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is LK51 WBZ safe to buy?

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