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LX53 NDF

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,747 mi
Last recorded7,747 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 NDF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 7,747 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded floor pan corroded within rear suspension mounting area. (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 8 Jul 2017 7,742 miles

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded floor pan corroded within rear suspension mounting area. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 6,949 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 6,633 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 6,491 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 6,491 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 6,182 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 6,157 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 6,157 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,506 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 4,677 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 3,787 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 NDF is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NDF, 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 NDF registered?

LX53 NDF is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 February 2004.

Is LX53 NDF safe to buy?

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