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PJ53 RWE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,666 mi
Last recorded14,666 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 RWE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 14,666 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 14,641 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 11,123 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 10,409 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 9,318 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 8,043 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 7,222 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 5,944 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 5,751 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 5,718 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 5,560 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 5,055 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 5,055 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 4,883 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 4,883 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 4,380 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 4,337 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 RWE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PJ53 RWE, 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 RWE registered?

PJ53 RWE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 November 2003.

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The MOT history for PJ53 RWE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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