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EU53 PXG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,319 mi
Last recorded29,319 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 PXG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 29,319 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2026 29,319 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 34,821 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 34,671 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn engine bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 26,710 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2024 26,476 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2023 21,239 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 15,944 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 15,412 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 12,263 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 11,879 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 11,598 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 11,259 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 11,194 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 11,009 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 10,490 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 10,130 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 9,570 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 8,990 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 8,990 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 8,216 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 7,327 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 6,237 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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EU53 PXG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EU53 PXG, 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 EU53 PXG registered?

EU53 PXG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is EU53 PXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 PXG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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