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T5 TJU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,529 mi
Last recorded16,529 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT5 TJU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 16,529 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 15,907 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 14,871 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2016 14,871 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 13,050 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 11,596 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 10,253 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 10,253 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2011 8,558 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 6,155 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 5,286 miles

spare tyre bald

Pass 7 Sep 2007 2,401 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 1,413 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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T5 TJU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 T5 TJU, 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 T5 TJU registered?

T5 TJU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 November 2003.

Is T5 TJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T5 TJU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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