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OY53 WWE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

10,984 mi
Last recorded10,984 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 WWE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 10,984 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 10,984 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 10,853 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2014 10,224 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2014 10,224 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 9,479 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 9,479 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 8,959 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2010 7,901 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 7,018 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 3,118 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 3,118 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 1,604 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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OY53 WWE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 OY53 WWE, 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 OY53 WWE registered?

OY53 WWE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is OY53 WWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY53 WWE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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