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DG53 BYK

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,311 mi
Last recorded2,311 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 BYK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2020 2,311 miles

Oil leak from valve cover gasket

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 22,523 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 22,523 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 21,537 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 21,537 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2013 21,431 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2012 18,345 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 18,178 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

front tyre tread perishing and slight uneven wear .

Fail 12 Jun 2008 18,178 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

front tyre tread perishing and slight uneven wear .

Pass 14 Feb 2007 14,446 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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DG53 BYK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DG53 BYK, 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 DG53 BYK registered?

DG53 BYK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DG53 BYK safe to buy?

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