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LK53 KWR

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

33,790 mi
Last recorded33,790 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 KWR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2021 33,790 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 32,896 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 31,206 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 31,206 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 39,666 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 29,666 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 29,666 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 29,666 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 28,291 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 28,291 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 24,710 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 24,710 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 21,354 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 18,696 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 15,326 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 15,326 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 12,342 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 11,698 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 9,723 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 KWR is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KWR, 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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LK53 KWR is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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