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BU53 OBX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,001 mi
Last recorded42,001 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 OBX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 42,001 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 41,992 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 41,952 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 40,604 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 36,753 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 35,371 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 35,371 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 33,547 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 31,672 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 28,498 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Jan 2009 28,498 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 26,174 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 9,859 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 OBX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU53 OBX?

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What year was BU53 OBX registered?

BU53 OBX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is BU53 OBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 OBX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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