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FH52 FLJ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,706 mi
Last recorded7,706 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 FLJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 7,706 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 31,803 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 31,708 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2015 26,384 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 26,328 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 18,689 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 13,790 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 8,585 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 4,218 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 4,218 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 4,218 miles

Registration plate does not conform to Construction and Use Regulations

Pass 18 Dec 2006 3,961 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 3,935 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 1,629 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 1,629 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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FH52 FLJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FH52 FLJ, 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 FH52 FLJ registered?

FH52 FLJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 February 2003.

Is FH52 FLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH52 FLJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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