MOT Status
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42,700 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Nearside Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement engine mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Nearside Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement engine mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
Front Nail in tyre ()
Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
front mudgaurd slightly loose.................
Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HF53 HLP is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 HLP, 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 HLP registered?
HF53 HLP is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 September 2003.
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