Obviously the scooter worked, so it was a success. I'm sure the scooter runs much better than it did with lead-acid batteries.
I can't see from the video exactly how the screws holding the cells are arranged. There will be a tendency for the contacts to go bad over time or when you hit a bump in the road.
Used laptop cells are inexpensive, but you run an increased risk of fire when charging. Charge outdoors in a place where a fire won't do any damage.