MOT Status
ValidMileage
27,693 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Lower Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Central Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
Nearside Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Central Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute Left (4.4.4 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HX53 KMZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc 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 HX53 KMZ, 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 HX53 KMZ registered?
HX53 KMZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 October 2003.
Is HX53 KMZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for HX53 KMZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does HX53 KMZ have outstanding finance?
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