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NK53 SNN

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

15,806 mi
Last recorded15,806 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 SNN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2019 15,806 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 15,005 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 14,997 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 14,862 miles

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

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 13,971 miles

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

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 12,557 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2014 12,557 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2013 10,756 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 10,681 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 8,304 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 6,470 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 6,464 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 5,140 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 3,489 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 SNN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 NK53 SNN, 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 NK53 SNN registered?

NK53 SNN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is NK53 SNN safe to buy?

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