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WU53 EZA

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,836 mi
Last recorded24,836 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 EZA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 24,836 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 21,049 miles

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 27 Feb 2015 17,608 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 16,548 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014

Nearside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 15,326 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 9,931 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 7,465 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 1,885 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 1,613 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 1,290 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 EZA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WU53 EZA, 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 WU53 EZA registered?

WU53 EZA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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