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MAS 854

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

2,972 mi
Last recorded2,972 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAS 854
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 2,972 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 1,980 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 38 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 59,899 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 59,899 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 59,652 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 59,652 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 59,652 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 59,652 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 59,652 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 59,652 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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MAS 854 is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MAS 854, 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 MAS 854 registered?

MAS 854 is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is MAS 854 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAS 854 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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