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LK53 EVW

2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,639 mi
Last recorded19,639 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2009
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET49,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 EVW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2009 19,639 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 9,547 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2007 13,504 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 13,504 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2006 9,296 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 9,296 miles

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

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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LK53 EVW is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LK53 EVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK53 EVW registered?

LK53 EVW is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is LK53 EVW safe to buy?

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