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LK53 GYY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,641 mi
Last recorded42,641 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 GYY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 42,641 miles

front tyre uneven wear

no numberplate light

rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 10 Apr 2017 41,599 miles

Front tyre worn uneven

Rear tyre worn uneven

no number plate light

Pass 17 Dec 2015 41,549 miles

Offside Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 41,389 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 28,692 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 23,576 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 22,415 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 22,388 miles

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

Offside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2009 20,640 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 17,378 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 12,866 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 GYY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GYY, 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 GYY registered?

LK53 GYY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is LK53 GYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 GYY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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