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LK53 KWO

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,359 mi
Last recorded49,359 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 KWO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 49,359 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 48,077 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded corrosion noted on underside of main structure (6.1.1a)

Fail 10 Jun 2016 48,077 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded corrosion noted on underside of main structure (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 47,729 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 47,054 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 46,430 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 37,422 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 28,028 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 28,028 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2010 16,297 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 16,297 miles

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

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

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 KWO is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KWO, 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 KWO registered?

LK53 KWO is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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