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LX53 NCA

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

9,046 mi
Last recorded9,046 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 NCA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 9,046 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 9,013 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 9,013 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 9,013 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 9,013 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 3 Apr 2018 9,013 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 9,013 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 8,558 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 8,534 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 8,440 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 8,207 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 7,418 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 4,150 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 1,423 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 697 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 697 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 697 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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 NCA is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 NCA, 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 NCA registered?

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

Is LX53 NCA safe to buy?

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