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LX53 NCJ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,222 mi
Last recorded24,222 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 NCJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 24,222 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired inner lens faded (1.2.3a)

Rear brake slightly stiff in opperation

exhuast system corroded slightly

front suspension pivot dry rusty but still opperating correctly

rear number plate deterioated slightly

Pass 19 Aug 2016 24,222 miles

very little reserve travle on rear brake lever

Fail 18 Aug 2016 24,222 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

very little reserve travle on rear brake lever

Pass 5 Aug 2015 22,047 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 19,757 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 15,205 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 10,144 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 4,946 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 4,946 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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 NCJ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NCJ, 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 NCJ registered?

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

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