MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,159 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)
Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HJ52 SPU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 HJ52 SPU, 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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How do I check the history of HJ52 SPU?
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What year was HJ52 SPU registered?
HJ52 SPU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 February 2003.
Is HJ52 SPU safe to buy?
The MOT history for HJ52 SPU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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