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LX53 NCV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,402 mi
Last recorded16,402 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 NCV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2015 16,402 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 22 Nov 2014 15,926 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2014 15,926 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 14,192 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 13,387 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 11,097 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Sep 2011 11,097 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 8,694 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 5,592 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 3,264 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 1,453 miles

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 NCV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NCV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX53 NCV registered?

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

Is LX53 NCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 NCV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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