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LN51 DSX

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

20,226 mi
Last recorded20,226 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 DSX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 20,226 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 20,216 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 20,183 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 20,172 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 20,098 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 20,058 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 20,058 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2014 20,048 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 19,866 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 19,866 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 May 2012 19,285 miles

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

2 stroke oil low

Pass 5 Apr 2011 17,516 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 16,469 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 15,483 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 15,483 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 13,975 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 13,975 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 12,822 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 12,822 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 12,820 miles
Fail 21 May 2005 12,820 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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 DSX is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 LN51 DSX, 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 DSX registered?

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

Is LN51 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 DSX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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