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LN51 EXA

2001 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

14,029 mi
Last recorded14,029 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Vespa11,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 EXA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 14,029 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 13,673 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 13,242 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 13,137 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 17 Nov 2009 13,137 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Nov 2008 12,640 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 12,640 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 12,018 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2007 12,018 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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 21 Nov 2006 10,545 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 10,545 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2005 9,180 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 9,180 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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 EXA is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 EXA, 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 EXA registered?

LN51 EXA is a 2001 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is LN51 EXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 EXA shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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