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XOU 199T

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,969 mi
Last recorded30,969 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOU 199T
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 30,969 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 30,941 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 30,896 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 1 Jul 2010 30,896 miles

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 30,825 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 30,816 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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XOU 199T is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XOU 199T, 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 XOU 199T registered?

XOU 199T is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is XOU 199T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOU 199T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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