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HX53 NRO

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,162 mi
Last recorded32,162 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 NRO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 32,162 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

advise condition of seat catch,, recommend attention

Pass 23 Aug 2013 30,002 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 27,811 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 25,385 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 25,385 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 21,812 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 15,271 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 8,654 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 661 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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HX53 NRO is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NRO, 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 NRO registered?

HX53 NRO is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is HX53 NRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 NRO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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