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LK53 JVM

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,580 mi
Last recorded64,580 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 JVM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2019 64,580 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 64,555 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 63,377 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 62,593 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 51,429 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 41,398 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 38,129 miles

slight play in engine mounts.

Pass 22 Jun 2011 36,224 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 33,114 miles

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

slight play in engine mounts.

slight play in rear brake lever.

Pass 14 Jul 2009 23,366 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 18,425 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 12,146 miles

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

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

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 JVM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 JVM, 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 JVM registered?

LK53 JVM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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