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PX53 MOD

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,731 mi
Last recorded27,731 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 MOD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 27,731 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 25,420 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 23,482 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 20,729 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 19,772 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 19,772 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 19,257 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Oct 2010 19,254 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Fail 14 Oct 2010 19,232 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 17,278 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 14,526 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 11,246 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 11,237 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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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PX53 MOD is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 PX53 MOD, 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 PX53 MOD registered?

PX53 MOD is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 August 2004.

Is PX53 MOD safe to buy?

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