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LK53 LGF

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Purple Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,827 mi
Last recorded32,827 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 LGF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 32,827 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2016 29,330 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

wiring rubbing rear tyre

Fail 30 Nov 2016 29,330 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

wiring rubbing rear tyre

Pass 13 Mar 2015 29,363 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 24,352 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 17,028 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 16,904 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 18 Oct 2011 16,904 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 16,001 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 16,001 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 60,248 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 43,449 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 26,713 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 LGF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Purple with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LGF, 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 LGF registered?

LK53 LGF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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