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LX53 NCN

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,512 mi
Last recorded23,512 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 NCN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2014 23,512 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2014 23,512 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 23,512 miles

n/s/r indicator lens damaged

rear tyre approx 1.6mm tread left

Pass 7 Nov 2011 23,512 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2011 23,512 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 17,029 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Nov 2009 15,893 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 12,064 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 12,061 miles

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

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 7,816 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 5,198 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 5,198 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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 NCN is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NCN, 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 NCN registered?

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

Is LX53 NCN safe to buy?

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