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WIB 59

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

18,588 mi
Last recorded18,588 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIB 59
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 18,588 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 18,288 miles

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

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2017 18,123 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 18,123 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 17,753 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 17,662 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 17,662 miles

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

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2013 17,153 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 14,741 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 14,741 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 10,326 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 10,326 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 9,007 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 8,549 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 6,834 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 5,083 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 3,952 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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WIB 59 is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 WIB 59, 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.

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What year was WIB 59 registered?

WIB 59 is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is WIB 59 safe to buy?

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