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LK53 MJE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

16,618 mi
Last recorded16,618 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 MJE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 16,618 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 14,370 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 12,305 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 12,287 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 12,245 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 12,237 miles
Fail 7 May 2020 12,237 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 11,175 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 11,175 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 7,049 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 6,074 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 5,998 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 5,899 miles

Advise ignition barrell worn.

Pass 21 Sep 2011 5,646 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 5,405 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 5,019 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 4,503 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 3,379 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 2,169 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 MJE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MJE, 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 MJE registered?

LK53 MJE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is LK53 MJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 MJE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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