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VX53 BXV

2003 Piaggio Diesis

Silver Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,521 mi
Last recorded14,521 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2009
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Diesis9,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 BXV
MakePiaggio
ModelDiesis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2009 14,521 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Oct 2007 13,609 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2006 11,267 miles

1, rear tread close to limit.

How Reliable is the Piaggio Diesis?

Based on 1,121 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
865
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 22
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VX53 BXV is a 2003 Piaggio Diesis in Silver with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Diesis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 9,718 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 Diesis fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 BXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Diesis typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio Diesis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX53 BXV?

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What year was VX53 BXV registered?

VX53 BXV is a 2003 Piaggio Diesis, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is VX53 BXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 BXV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX53 BXV have outstanding finance?

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