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LG52 OVA

2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

17,212 mi
Last recorded17,212 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET49,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 OVA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 17,212 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 17,211 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 16,081 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 15,144 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 14,128 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 12,227 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 12,227 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 10,077 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 10,077 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 8,983 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 7,634 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 9 Jan 2008 7,634 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 6,010 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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LG52 OVA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 9,440 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 ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG52 OVA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LG52 OVA registered?

LG52 OVA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is LG52 OVA safe to buy?

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