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LL53 SSJ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,579 mi
Last recorded16,579 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL53 SSJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 16,579 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 16,522 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 6 May 2016 16,458 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 16,422 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 16,282 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 16,150 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 15,927 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 10,405 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 7,794 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 7,537 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 7,119 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 7,119 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 5,238 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 5,238 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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LL53 SSJ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 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 LL53 SSJ, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LL53 SSJ registered?

LL53 SSJ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 February 2004.

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