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FE52 GZL

2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

17,595 mi
Last recorded17,595 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET49,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 GZL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 17,595 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 10,796 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 10,745 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 10,735 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 May 2017 10,500 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 May 2016 10,334 miles

steering movement slightly stiff

Pass 1 May 2015 10,061 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2015 10,046 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2014 9,554 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 9,554 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2009 8,965 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 8,961 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 8,708 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 8,708 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 7,574 miles

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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FE52 GZL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FE52 GZL, 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.

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What year was FE52 GZL registered?

FE52 GZL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is FE52 GZL safe to buy?

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