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LR52 FMA

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

15,790 mi
Last recorded15,790 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 FMA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 15,790 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Offside Front indicator lense cracked

Fail 9 May 2018 15,790 miles

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Offside Front indicator lense cracked

Pass 12 Apr 2016 15,584 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 14,985 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 13,849 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 12,291 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2012 12,211 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 10,310 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 9,418 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 8,905 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 8,904 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 8,410 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 6,088 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 6,088 miles

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

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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LR52 FMA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 LR52 FMA, 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.

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What year was LR52 FMA registered?

LR52 FMA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is LR52 FMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 FMA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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