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AU53 EWK

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,262 mi
Last recorded5,262 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 EWK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 5,262 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 5,076 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 4,381 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 4,125 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 3,440 miles

rear transmission has slight leak

Pass 22 Mar 2014 22,572 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 22,569 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 22,394 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 21,261 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 19,955 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 19,058 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2009 13,033 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 13,033 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 6,815 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 6,815 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 6,659 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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AU53 EWK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AU53 EWK, 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 AU53 EWK registered?

AU53 EWK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is AU53 EWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 EWK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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