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HN52 FFG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

19,983 mi
Last recorded19,983 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 FFG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 19,983 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 18,264 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 14,803 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 10,857 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front tyre slightly perished

Number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 18 Aug 2010 10,831 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 10,831 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 9,679 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 9,679 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 14 Jul 2009 16,602 miles

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 15,334 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2007 12,615 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 4,500 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2006 4,500 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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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HN52 FFG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HN52 FFG, 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 HN52 FFG registered?

HN52 FFG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 January 2003.

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