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LK53 JDX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,248 mi
Last recorded7,248 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 JDX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 7,248 miles

Front tyre is perished, cracks in tread

Pass 5 Jan 2010 6,622 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 5,508 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 4,683 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 4,683 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 2,772 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 JDX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 JDX, 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 JDX registered?

LK53 JDX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is LK53 JDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 JDX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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