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LY52 ZDN

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,959 mi
Last recorded15,959 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 ZDN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 15,959 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 15,509 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 14,927 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 14,570 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 14,570 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 14,441 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2014 14,441 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 12,800 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,415 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 11,642 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 11,050 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 10,562 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 10,421 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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LY52 ZDN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 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 LY52 ZDN, 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 23 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 LY52 ZDN registered?

LY52 ZDN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 January 2003.

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The MOT history for LY52 ZDN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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