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DE52 SSX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

5,629 mi
Last recorded5,629 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 SSX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 5,629 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 5,622 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 May 2024 5,511 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 5,100 miles

High beam tell tale not working

Fail 4 Oct 2022 4,985 miles

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

High beam tell tale not working

Pass 24 Oct 2016 4,308 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 4,227 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 4,223 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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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DE52 SSX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DE52 SSX, 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

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What year was DE52 SSX registered?

DE52 SSX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is DE52 SSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE52 SSX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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