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LK53 HYC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,217 mi
Last recorded18,217 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 HYC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2018 18,217 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front tyre profile worn

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 17,000 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 16,987 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 16,538 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 14,812 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 12,944 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 11,329 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 10,416 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 8,870 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 7,182 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 HYC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HYC, 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 HYC registered?

LK53 HYC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is LK53 HYC safe to buy?

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