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KE53 PVN

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

11,405 mi
Last recorded11,405 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 PVN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 11,405 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 11,291 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 10,936 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2014 10,936 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Jan 2014 10,195 miles

front brake pads look low

Fail 7 Jan 2014 10,195 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

front brake pads look low

Fail 28 Dec 2012 9,688 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 9,688 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2011 8,987 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 8,987 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 7,907 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 6,917 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 5,824 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 4,870 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 3,704 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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KE53 PVN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KE53 PVN, 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 KE53 PVN registered?

KE53 PVN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is KE53 PVN safe to buy?

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