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BU53 OBV

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,013 mi
Last recorded28,013 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 OBV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2011 28,013 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 25,670 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 19,409 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 14,259 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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BU53 OBV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU53 OBV, 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.

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What year was BU53 OBV registered?

BU53 OBV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 October 2003.

Is BU53 OBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 OBV shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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