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LX53 JUA

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

37,121 mi
Last recorded37,121 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 JUA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 37,121 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2026 37,121 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 32,345 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 25,991 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 25,990 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 25,978 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 25,729 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 25,385 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 24,943 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 21,705 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 24,681 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 22,035 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 5 Oct 2009 22,035 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 22,017 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 16,172 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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LX53 JUA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LX53 JUA, 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 LX53 JUA registered?

LX53 JUA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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