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WX53 JVG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,454 mi
Last recorded17,454 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 JVG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2010 17,454 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 17,439 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 3 Sep 2009 15,342 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 153,399 miles

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

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Aug 2008 12,946 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 10,544 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 10,544 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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WX53 JVG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 WX53 JVG, 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 WX53 JVG registered?

WX53 JVG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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