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LR52 LVB

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,575 mi
Last recorded20,575 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 LVB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 20,575 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 20,423 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 20,127 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Slightly reduced damping (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 19,812 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Rear shock has slightly reduced damping

Fail 6 Mar 2020 19,812 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear shock has slightly reduced damping

Pass 22 Dec 2018 19,812 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 19,632 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 19,572 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 10,447 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 9,315 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 6,457 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 2,097 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 5,595 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 12,365 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 11,307 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 8,975 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 7,286 miles

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 LVB is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 LR52 LVB, 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 LVB registered?

LR52 LVB is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is LR52 LVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 LVB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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