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SJ53 AEN

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,383 mi
Last recorded26,383 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ53 AEN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 26,383 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 25,685 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 25,340 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 25,147 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 24,128 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 24,128 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 22,969 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 22,149 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 16,601 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 16,601 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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SJ53 AEN is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SJ53 AEN, 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 SJ53 AEN registered?

SJ53 AEN is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 January 2004.

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