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FD52 JNU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,549 mi
Last recorded11,549 miles
Recorded on12 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 JNU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2014 11,549 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 11,549 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 11 May 2013 10,622 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 8,706 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 5,677 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2010 5,677 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2010 5,677 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 5,677 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 5,677 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 5,677 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2007 4,921 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 1,326 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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FD52 JNU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FD52 JNU, 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 FD52 JNU registered?

FD52 JNU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is FD52 JNU safe to buy?

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