MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,355 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Centre Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
front tyre wearing unevenly.
number plate lamp not working.
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Centre Front Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (1.6.5)
Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LW52 BFO is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 LW52 BFO, 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 LW52 BFO registered?
LW52 BFO is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 February 2003.
Is LW52 BFO safe to buy?
The MOT history for LW52 BFO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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