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LX53 NBY

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,407 mi
Last recorded30,407 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 NBY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 30,407 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 30,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 27,161 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 24,399 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 24,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

centre stand slow to retract

Fail 24 Jul 2013 24,385 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

centre stand slow to retract

Pass 19 Jun 2012 23,530 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 21,912 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 18,982 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 14,768 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 8,898 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 6,694 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 6,694 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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LX53 NBY is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 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 LX53 NBY, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LX53 NBY registered?

LX53 NBY is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 February 2004.

Is LX53 NBY safe to buy?

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