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LK53 KAJ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

13,580 mi
Last recorded13,580 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 KAJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 24 May 2023 13,580 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Rear numberplate carrier damaged likely to fall off

Fail 10 Mar 2023 13,372 miles

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2021 13,143 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 13,143 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2015 10,707 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 10,707 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 10,707 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2013 10,707 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2013 10,707 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 10,707 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012
Pass 10 Jan 2012 10,707 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 10,707 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 8,371 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 7,690 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 2,588 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 2,588 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

centre stand slightly stiff

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 KAJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 KAJ, 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 KAJ registered?

LK53 KAJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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