MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,963 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced There is some light corrosion underneath scooter on the frame. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?
Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.
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P953 SHX is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 10,886 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 ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P953 SHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P953 SHX registered?
P953 SHX is a 1997 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 3 March 1997.
Is P953 SHX safe to buy?
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