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GN53 HMA

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

25,051 mi
Last recorded25,051 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 HMA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 25,051 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2020 25,051 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2017 25,051 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 25,051 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2017 25,051 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded Frame under foot board missing due to corrosion. (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2016 25,051 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2016 25,051 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2015 25,051 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 25,051 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 23,497 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 23,415 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 23,283 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 22,109 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 18,405 miles

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

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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GN53 HMA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GN53 HMA, 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 GN53 HMA registered?

GN53 HMA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is GN53 HMA safe to buy?

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