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LK51 YLV

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,223 mi
Last recorded28,223 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 YLV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 28,223 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2014 11,896 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 10,824 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 10,824 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 10,822 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 10,822 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

All Lower panels damaged .

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 10,803 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 30,828 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 9 Jun 2006 25,149 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 25,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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 YLV is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YLV, 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.

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What year was LK51 YLV registered?

LK51 YLV is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 December 2001.

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