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LK53 AFN

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,376 mi
Last recorded24,376 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 AFN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 24,376 miles

corrosion on frame

front brake pads appear low

Fail 24 Jun 2015 24,376 miles

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

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

corrosion on frame

front brake pads appear low

Pass 16 Jun 2014 23,860 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 23,319 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

slight scuffs on chassis panels

Pass 27 Jun 2013 23,319 miles

slight scuffs on chassis panels

Pass 27 Jun 2012 2,301 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 2,301 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 22,757 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 22,339 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 21,604 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 21,603 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 16,935 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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LK53 AFN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 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 LK53 AFN, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LK53 AFN registered?

LK53 AFN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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