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LT52 XSC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,938 mi
Last recorded14,938 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT52 XSC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2017 14,938 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 11,504 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 11,504 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated broken in half (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 10,978 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 9,975 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 7,077 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 7,077 miles

Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 4,552 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 7,706 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 6,511 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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LT52 XSC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LT52 XSC, 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 LT52 XSC registered?

LT52 XSC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 January 2003.

Is LT52 XSC safe to buy?

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