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LK53 EWC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

36,616 mi
Last recorded36,616 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 EWC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 36,616 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 34,916 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 52,885 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2013 32,752 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2012 31,853 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 31,823 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 31,823 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2010 29,277 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 27,882 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 27,882 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 20,098 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 20,098 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 11,932 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 EWC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EWC, 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 EWC registered?

LK53 EWC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 November 2003.

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