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LK53 LHU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,973 mi
Last recorded43,973 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 LHU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2011 43,973 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 42,597 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 36,703 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 36,703 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))

Pass 8 Aug 2008 33,357 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 27,091 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 21,207 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 LHU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LHU, 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 LHU registered?

LK53 LHU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is LK53 LHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 LHU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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