MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,231 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Slight oil leak
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Slight oil leak
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Unable to see/check front pads
Exhaust corroded.
Front tyre pressure low.
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear brake lever travel slightly long.
Rear brake squeaking in RBT
Rear tyre starting to perrish slightly.
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FH53 AEN is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 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 FH53 AEN, 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.
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What year was FH53 AEN registered?
FH53 AEN is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 January 2004.
Is FH53 AEN safe to buy?
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