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WU53 EYL

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,822 mi
Last recorded15,822 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 EYL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 15,822 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 15,316 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 13,725 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 13,676 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 13,566 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 13,325 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 12,853 miles

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

Rear tyre valve cracking

Pass 19 Jul 2017 12,091 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 12,084 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 130/70x12 (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2016 11,158 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 10,417 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 9,109 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 8,332 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 7,106 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 7,074 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 6,047 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 5,652 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 5,137 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 4,492 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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WU53 EYL is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WU53 EYL, 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

How do I check the history of WU53 EYL?

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What year was WU53 EYL registered?

WU53 EYL is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is WU53 EYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU53 EYL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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