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RX53 WYK

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

64,434 mi
Last recorded64,434 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 WYK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 64,434 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 64,221 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 62,954 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 61,406 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 60,590 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 59,354 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Jul 2021 59,353 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 58,914 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 58,681 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 58,303 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2017 57,997 miles

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

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

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 27 May 2017 57,997 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 55,971 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 52,200 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 31 Mar 2015 52,200 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 45,519 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 40,893 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 34,119 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 26,407 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 20,455 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 15,442 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 8,202 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 4,741 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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RX53 WYK is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 RX53 WYK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX53 WYK registered?

RX53 WYK is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is RX53 WYK safe to buy?

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