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PJ53 RWL

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,050 mi
Last recorded13,050 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 RWL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2020 13,050 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2020 13,050 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 9,525 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 12,615 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 12,615 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 11,867 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 11,716 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 10,687 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 10,294 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 8,535 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 8,072 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 6,804 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 RWL is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 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 RWL, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PJ53 RWL registered?

PJ53 RWL is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 February 2004.

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