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PJ53 NCC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

57,033 mi
Last recorded57,033 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 NCC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 57,033 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 56,317 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 55,803 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit very low, change asap (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit, change asap (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2018 54,262 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 53,354 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 52,567 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 52,567 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 51,196 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 47,772 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 47,772 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 44,312 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 39,236 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 31,943 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 31,943 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 23,276 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 15,131 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 15,131 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 9,908 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 6,051 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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PJ53 NCC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 PJ53 NCC, 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 PJ53 NCC registered?

PJ53 NCC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 October 2003.

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The MOT history for PJ53 NCC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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