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HX53 SYA

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,170 mi
Last recorded22,170 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 SYA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 22,170 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 19,386 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 14,475 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 11,743 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 9,393 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 9,393 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 7,704 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 7,691 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 5,389 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 5,359 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 4,994 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 4,861 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 4,853 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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 SYA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SYA, 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 SYA registered?

HX53 SYA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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