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KE53 JUU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

35,293 mi
Last recorded35,293 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 JUU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 35,293 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 34,388 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 32,474 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 29,630 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 27,702 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 23,343 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 20,948 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 20,900 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2018 16,799 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2016 16,284 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 15,523 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 15,522 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2014 13,487 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 13,445 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 13,209 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 12,012 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 10,167 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 9,449 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 6,632 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 May 2008 1,258 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 1,371 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 1,371 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 1,371 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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KE53 JUU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KE53 JUU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE53 JUU registered?

KE53 JUU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 October 2003.

Is KE53 JUU safe to buy?

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