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LK51 ZPE

2001 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,891 mi
Last recorded29,891 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 ZPE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 29,891 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 28,681 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 27,224 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 5 Feb 2015 27,224 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 25,652 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 23,471 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 28 Mar 2013 23,471 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 20,136 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 20,136 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 18,151 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 15,967 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 15,967 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 14,043 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 11,914 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 10,303 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 7,318 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 ZPE is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZPE, 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 ZPE registered?

LK51 ZPE is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2001.

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