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GN53 NHT

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,028 mi
Last recorded15,028 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 NHT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 15,028 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 14,161 miles

Front seat mounting corroded

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

Fail 7 Feb 2015 14,161 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front seat mounting corroded

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

Seat lock missing

Pass 28 Apr 2014 14,000 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 11,558 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 9,366 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 7,774 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Feb 2011 7,774 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front tyre cracking slightly

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 22 Feb 2010 6,729 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 6,255 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 4,932 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 2,884 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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GN53 NHT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GN53 NHT, 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 NHT registered?

GN53 NHT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is GN53 NHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 NHT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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