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NK53 KZU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

10,489 mi
Last recorded10,489 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 KZU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 10,489 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 9,847 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 9,802 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 9,740 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 9,686 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 9,508 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 9,488 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 9,422 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 8,642 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 7,888 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 7,280 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 7,123 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 7,089 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 6,935 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 6,760 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 6,410 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 6,182 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 6,182 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 6,116 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2007 5,751 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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NK53 KZU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 NK53 KZU, 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 NK53 KZU registered?

NK53 KZU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 November 2003.

Is NK53 KZU safe to buy?

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