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HF53 FWG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,088 mi
Last recorded39,088 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 FWG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 39,088 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 47,288 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 26 Sep 2014 47,288 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 25,191 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 25,032 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 23,212 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 21,790 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2009 17,076 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 17,076 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 16,738 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

top box cover not locking

Pass 9 Oct 2007 13,135 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 10,730 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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HF53 FWG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HF53 FWG, 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 HF53 FWG registered?

HF53 FWG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is HF53 FWG safe to buy?

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