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DG53 CEF

2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET49,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 CEF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 2 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 22,630 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 22,290 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 21,746 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 21,185 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 24 Oct 2018 20,597 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 20,071 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 19,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Nov 2013 18,093 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 18,093 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 14 Nov 2012 16,957 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 15,879 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 14,764 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 14,707 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 13,633 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 12,242 miles

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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DG53 CEF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 9,440 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG53 CEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG53 CEF registered?

DG53 CEF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is DG53 CEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 CEF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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