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W539 LEF

2000 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,241 mi
Last recorded9,241 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Vespa11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW539 LEF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 9,241 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 9,054 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 8,980 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 8,462 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 8,388 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 8,378 miles

corroded exhaust

slight play rear wheel bearing

Pass 30 Jun 2012 8,026 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 7,217 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 5,497 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 4,928 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 4,443 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 4,440 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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W539 LEF is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 11,763 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 W539 LEF, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W539 LEF registered?

W539 LEF is a 2000 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 July 2000.

Is W539 LEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W539 LEF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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