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GN53 WVC

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,262 mi
Last recorded34,262 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 WVC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 34,262 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 34,262 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 32,275 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 32,275 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 31,776 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 30,568 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 30,162 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 30,162 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 29,707 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 29,089 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 29,089 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 27,670 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 WVC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GN53 WVC, 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 GN53 WVC registered?

GN53 WVC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 February 2004.

Is GN53 WVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 WVC shows 12 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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