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GX53 OLW

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,727 mi
Last recorded15,727 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 OLW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2011 15,727 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 15,457 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 14,730 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 12,472 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2007 10,328 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 7,878 miles

headracers slightly pitted

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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GX53 OLW is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GX53 OLW, 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 GX53 OLW registered?

GX53 OLW is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is GX53 OLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 OLW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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