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AY53 FCO

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,979 mi
Last recorded20,979 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 FCO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 20,979 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 18,283 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 17,912 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 15,905 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 13,724 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 12,055 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 12,055 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 11,781 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 11,559 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 11,261 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 10,942 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 10,320 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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AY53 FCO is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 AY53 FCO, 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 AY53 FCO registered?

AY53 FCO is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is AY53 FCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 FCO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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