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LK53 EUD

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,486 mi
Last recorded27,486 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 EUD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 27,486 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 24,008 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 24,008 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 23,872 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 23,872 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 21,669 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 19,385 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 16,847 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 16,847 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 16,672 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 14,329 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 14,329 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 12,207 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 12,207 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 8,516 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 EUD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EUD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK53 EUD registered?

LK53 EUD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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