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FD53 WZP

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,484 mi
Last recorded26,484 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 WZP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 26,484 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan and frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Rigid section of rear brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Road spring corroded All springs front and rear corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 26,047 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 25,371 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 24,537 miles

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

Prevent further corrosion of underside .

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 23,769 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 23,737 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2021 22,080 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 19,941 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 17,913 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 15,318 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 11,180 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 9,571 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 5,606 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 5,592 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 4,248 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 4,248 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 2,125 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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FD53 WZP is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 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 FD53 WZP, 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 22 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 FD53 WZP registered?

FD53 WZP is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 February 2004.

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