CarVerify

Free Car Check

WX53 YLD

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 125cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,332 mi
Last recorded28,332 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 YLD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 28,332 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded under neath (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 27,975 miles

Centre stand stiff.

No.plate bracket cracked.

Slight rust in front panel.

Pass 21 Jul 2009 24,606 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2009 24,604 miles

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 20,614 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 20,619 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 13,192 miles

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

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
Full Piaggio Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WX53 YLD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YLD, 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

How do I check the history of WX53 YLD?

You can check the full history of WX53 YLD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WX53 YLD registered?

WX53 YLD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is WX53 YLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 YLD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WX53 YLD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WX53 YLD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.