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LN51 DLU

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

20,859 mi
Last recorded20,859 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 DLU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 20,859 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 20,803 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 20,794 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 20,768 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 20,657 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 20,469 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 20,272 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 20,236 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 20,195 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 20,154 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2015 20,154 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 20,007 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 19,991 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 19,991 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 19,943 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 19,943 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 19,836 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 19,382 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 19,382 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 10 Dec 2007 19,139 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Nov 2006 18,939 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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LN51 DLU is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 11,748 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 LN51 DLU, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LN51 DLU registered?

LN51 DLU is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is LN51 DLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 DLU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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