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YM52 SWK

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

8,639 mi
Last recorded8,639 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM52 SWK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2021 8,639 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 8,499 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 8,322 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2013 7,911 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 7,680 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 27 Apr 2010 7,281 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 6,868 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 6,868 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 6,478 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 5,906 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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YM52 SWK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YM52 SWK, 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 YM52 SWK registered?

YM52 SWK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 February 2003.

Is YM52 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM52 SWK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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